Mekitsi (Bulgarian Fried Dough)

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, using a wooden spoon, stir the flour, water, yeast, salt and sugar together until combined.

Step 2

Let the dough rest for 1 hour at room temperature.

Step 3

With oiled hands form small pieces of the dough and fry them in hot oil on medium heat. (As soon as the dough hits the oil, spoon the hot oil over the dough to help it rise.)

Step 4

Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side.

Step 5

Serve with icing sugar, cheese or Greek yogurt.