Fried Cheese Pastry (Plăcintă cu Brânză)

Plăcintă cu Brânză is a traditional Romani cheese pastry that is crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. It's a popular snack or dessert in Romani cuisine, and it's perfect for cheese lovers.

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Fried Cheese Pastry (Plăcintă cu Brânză)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Gradually add the water and knead until the dough is smooth. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, mix the feta cheese, cottage cheese, dill, and green onions.
  3. Divide the dough into 6 equal parts. Roll out each part into a thin circle.
  4. Place a portion of the cheese filling on one half of each dough circle. Fold the other half over the filling and press the edges to seal.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the pastries until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Rolling pin Sharp knife

Tools

Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve the Plăcintă cu Brânză with a dollop of sour cream or a side of fresh salad for a delightful snack or dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a savory twist, add a sprinkle of paprika or cayenne pepper to the cheese filling before folding the pastry.

Cost

$10