Mekitsi

Mekitsi are a traditional Bulgarian dish often enjoyed for breakfast or brunch. They are similar to doughnuts and are typically served with jam, honey, or cheese.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Mekitsi

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Bulgarian Courses: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 teaspoon Yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Flour
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in lukewarm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
3. Gradually mix in the flour from the sides of the well until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into small portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
7. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
8. Fry the dough balls until golden brown on both sides.
9. Remove the mekitsi from the pan and drain on paper towels.
10. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.