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Traditional Papanași Prăjiți: Fried Fresh-Cheese Doughnuts with Sour Cream and Sour Cherry Jam
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Romania
35 minutes
Serves 4
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Traditional Papanași Prăjiți: Fried Fresh-Cheese Doughnuts with Sour Cream and Sour Cherry Jam
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh cheese and eggs. Use a fork to mash the cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; mix well.
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500 g well-drained brânză de vaci or dry farmer's cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus a little for shaping
2 large eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for frying
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sour cherry jam
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Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the doughnuts, or they may absorb too much oil and become greasy.
Don’t skip the thumb indentation; it helps the doughnuts cook evenly and create a perfect texture.
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