Boorsok

Boorsok
Kyrgyzstan
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk (110째F or 45째C)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm milk. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.

In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and vegetable oil.

Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Shape and Fry

Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness.

Cut the dough into small squares or diamond shapes, about 2 inches (5 cm) wide.

Heat oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking (about 350째F or 175째C).

Fry the dough pieces in batches until they are golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove the fried Boorsok from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!