Baursak How to cook Kazakh baursak Как приготовить воздушные баурсаки

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, warm milk, eggs, and melted butter to the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick.

Cut the dough into small squares or circles using a knife or cutter.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the dough pieces in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.

Remove the baursaki from the oil and drain on paper towels.

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