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Boortsog

Mongolian fried cookies that need one thing: oil that never wavers.

Beginner#109 most lovedUses: Oil-Bath Temperature Control
Mongolian boortsogCentral Asian fried dough

The Chemistry in This Bake

Frying shaped dough pieces in oil held at a consistent temperature for even cooking.

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Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour
  • Butter (melted)
  • Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Salt
  • Frying oil

Method

  1. Mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, and milk.

  2. Add flour and salt to form a firm dough; rest 30 minutes.

  3. Roll out 1 cm thick and cut into diamonds or squares.

  4. Cut a small slit in the center of each piece if desired.

  5. Heat oil to 180 °C and keep it consistent throughout.

  6. Fry until puffed and golden, then drain and cool.