From Pastries to a Hearty Dinner: Grandma’s Azerbaijani Dishes Loved By Kids!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and lower in saturated fat.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds provide similar texture with fewer calories.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a different flavor profile with lower cost.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water has a floral note similar to rose.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.

Melt butter and combine with the yeast mixture.

Add eggs and mix until smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, kneading until a soft dough forms.

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

Prepare the filling by grinding walnuts and mixing with sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut dough into circles or squares, depending on desired shape.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal edges tightly.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Arrange pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Let cool before serving.

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