How to make Kyrgyz "butter pastry" Kattama

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and offers protein.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu and beans provide protein at a lower cost.

Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and combine until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a thin sheet.

Cut the dough into circles or desired shapes.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the dough pieces until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with fillings like meat, potatoes, or herbs.

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