Dessert

Papanasi

Name: Papanasi
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 annosta
Cuisine: romanian, balkan
Ingredients: 250 g fresh cheese such as ricotta or drained cottage cheese; 150 g all-purpose flour; 50 g sugar; 1 kpl egg large; 1 tl baking powder; 1 tl lemon zest; 0,25 tl salt; 1 000 ml vegetable oil for frying; 200 g sour cream; 150 g fruit preserve such as cherry or blueberry

Papanasi are traditional Romanian fried or boiled doughnuts, typically made with a soft cheese like urda or ricotta. They are served with sour cream and a fruit preserve, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. This recipe focuses on the fried version, creating a golden exterior and a fluffy interior.

Alkuperäinen resepti: Forkin

Kokonaisaika: 1 t
Annoksia: 4
Vaikeustaso: Keskitaso
Annosta kohti: 739 kcal

Kasvisruoka

Allergeenitiedot: saattaa sisältää seuraavia: kananmunat, gluteeni ja maito. Tarkista aina ainesosien pakkaukset, jos sinulla on allergia.

Esivalmistelut

Ainesosat

250 gfresh cheese, such as ricotta or drained cottage cheese
150 gall-purpose flour
50 gsugar
1 kplegg, large
1 tlbaking powder
1 tllemon zest
0,25 tlsalt
1 000 mlvegetable oil, for frying

garnish

200 gsour cream
150 gfruit preserve, such as cherry or blueberry

Välineet

deep pot · slotted spoon · paper towels · plastic wrap · large bowl · kitchen thermometer

Valmistusohje

Vaihe vaiheelta

1
In a large bowl, combine the fresh cheese, sugar, egg, lemon zest, and salt.
Noin 2 min
Kokin vinkki: Ensure your cheese is well-drained to prevent a watery dough.
2
Add the flour and baking powder to the cheese mixture.
Noin 1 min
Kokin vinkki: Sift the flour and baking powder for a smoother dough.
3
Mix gently until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
Noin 2 min
4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
Noin 15 min
Kokin vinkki: Chilling the dough makes it easier to handle.
5
Lightly flour a clean work surface.
Noin 1 min
6
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions for the doughnuts and 8 smaller portions for the 'hats'.
Noin 3 min
Kokin vinkki: Roll into a log first, then cut to ensure even portions.
7
Roll each larger portion into a ball, then flatten slightly and make a hole in the center to form a doughnut shape.
Noin 5 min
Kokin vinkki: Use a floured finger or the end of a wooden spoon to create the hole.
8
Roll each smaller portion into a simple ball for the 'hats'.
Noin 2 min
9
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to 170-175°C (340-350°F).
Noin 5 min
Kokin vinkki: Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even frying.
10
Carefully place 2-3 doughnuts into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
Noin 1 min
11
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Noin 6 min
Kokin vinkki: Turn them gently with a slotted spoon or tongs.
12
Remove the fried doughnuts with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Noin 1 min
13
Repeat the frying process for the remaining doughnuts and the smaller 'hat' balls.
Noin 8 min
14
To serve, place a fried doughnut on a plate, top with a spoonful of sour cream, a dollop of fruit preserve, and then place a smaller fried 'hat' ball on top.
Noin 2 min
Kokin vinkki: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.

Annosta kohti

Ravintoarvot

54%Pisteet

Kalorit: 738,6kcal
Proteiini: 13,9g
Hiilihydraatit: 68,5g
Rasva: 45,9g
Kuitu: 1,4g
Sokeri: 32,7g

Arvio perustuu reseptin ainesosamääriin. Arvot voivat vaihdella tuotemerkkien ja korvaavien ainesosien mukaan.

Säilytä hyvänä

Säilytys

Store leftover papanasi and toppings separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Uudelleenlämmitys

Reheat the fried papanasi in an oven or air fryer until warmed through; do not reheat with toppings.