Zilef Dessert

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 tea glass yogurtInstead: strained yogurt
• 1 tea glass vegetable oil
• 1 packet baking powder
• Flour as needed (about 3 cups)
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups water
• A few drops of lemon juice

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   For the syrup, boil sugar and water in a pot, add lemon juice once boiling, and let it cool.

2. 2

   In a deep bowl, mix eggs, yogurt, and vegetable oil.

3. 3

   Add baking powder and flour gradually to knead a soft dough.

4. 4

   Roll walnut-sized pieces from the dough and shape them as desired.

5. 5

   Fry the dough pieces in hot oil until golden brown.

6. 6

   Drop the hot fried pastries into the cold syrup and let them absorb for 3-4 minutes.

7. 7

   Transfer the Zilef dessert to a serving plate and garnish as desired before serving.

Note. For crispiness, ensure the syrup is completely cold while the fried pastries are hot.