Slovak šišky (fried yeasted doughnuts)
Slovak yeasted doughnuts, fried until golden and served warm. This simple version makes approximately 28 small pieces.
Šišky are yeasted doughnuts that are fried and enjoyed warm. This simple dough combines flour, milk, yeast, a pinch of sugar, and salt; after rising, it is cut into pieces and fried in batches. The preparation time and 4 servings are approximate estimates; the yield depends on the size of the pieces.
Ingredient allergens
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Alternatives by dietary restriction
Lactose-free milk
For lactose intolerance
It can replace liquid milk in cooking and baking to reduce lactose. It retains milk proteins, so it does not avoid the milk allergen. Choose a variety suited to the recipe and check the label. Also check other allergens and the risk of cross-contact.
Lactose-free milk retains milk proteins. This option does not address milk allergy.
Allergens to consider in this alternative:
- Milk and milk products
Check the label, other allergens and cross-contact. Replacing one ingredient does not remove allergens elsewhere in the recipe; adjustments depend on the culinary use.
Method
- 01
Make the dough
Dissolve the fresh yeast and pinch of sugar in the lukewarm milk. Mix the flour with the pinch of salt in a bowl, add the yeast mixture, and knead until smooth. If needed, add a little lukewarm water to make the dough workable.
Ready to continue when: The dough is smooth and holds together when handled.
15 min - 02
Let the dough rise and cut it
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 60 minutes, until it has visibly increased in volume. Transfer it to a floured surface, roll it out to about 1 cm thick, and cut out round pieces. Let them rest for 15 to 20 minutes, until they look slightly puffier.
Ready to continue when: The dough has visibly increased in volume, and the cut pieces look puffier after resting.
60 min - 03
Fry the šišky
Heat the frying oil in a deep pot. When a small piece of dough sizzles gently as it enters the oil, fry the pieces in batches, turning them so they brown on both sides. Remove them when golden and place them on absorbent paper.
Ready to continue when: The pieces are golden on both sides and the excess oil has drained off.
20 min - 04
Serve
Serve the šišky warm.
Ready to continue when: The šišky are served warm.
2 min
Ingredients
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