Crunchy Bows Cookies - Ghosh E Feel - گوش فيل - Afghan Cuisine

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

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

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness while brown sugar enhances flavor.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Seeds provide crunch without allergens, while oats are cost-effective.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean offers a rich flavor, while essence is more affordable.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Beat butter and sugar together until creamy.

Add the whole egg, egg yolk, milk, vanilla sugar, orange juice, and orange zest, mixing until combined.

Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.

Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut the dough into strips, then twist each strip into a bow shape.

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

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

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens