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butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk provides a dairy-free option.

yeast

🥗Healthier: baking powder

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Baking powder simplifies leavening.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

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

Warm water and milk until lukewarm, then add to the dry ingredients.

Add eggs and melted butter to the mixture, then stir until combined.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

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

Punch down the dough and divide it into small pieces, shaping them into balls.

Flatten each ball slightly to form discs.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the discs in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm, often with tea or as part of a festive meal.

Cooking Techniques

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