The most famous traditional Turkmen sweets/Pishmeh/Traditional sweets

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: textured vegetable protein

Lean turkey reduces fat content while TVP is a cost-effective protein source.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk lowers calories, while water is a budget-friendly alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers a natural sweetness with additional flavor.

First, put sugar in a bowl, then add 2 cups of milk.

Add cardamom and vanilla.

Sift the flour together with the baking powder and pour it into the ingredients.

Add flour and knead a little until the dough doesn't stick to your hands, adding a little flour if necessary.

Let the dough rest for 1 hour.

Divide the dough into several parts and place it on a clean napkin.

Roll out the pishmeh dough to a diameter of half a centimeter with a rolling pin and cut into squares or rhombuses.

Pour the oil in a pan or container until it is hot.

Fry the cut dough until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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