Belyashi -- Russian street food

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Turkey is lower in fat, while chicken is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl until dissolved.

Add sugar and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and milk to the flour, mixing until a dough forms.

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

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.

Meanwhile, prepare the filling by mixing ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, and spices in a bowl.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a circle, place a spoonful of filling in the center, and pinch the edges to seal.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.

Fry the belyashi in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.

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