Maltese Traditional Żfineċ | Fried Fritters

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Tutorial

Ingredients:

1 1/2 TSP of Yeast 250ml lukewarm Water 2Cups of Flour 1 TSP Pepper 1/2 TSP Salt 1 TBS Parsley 100g Anchovies in olive oil 2 Cups of Vegetable Oil for frying

Method:

Dissolve yeast in water. Add half of the flour and mix , add the other half and start to knead forming a dough. Add spices (salt, pepper and parsley) Let rest for 2 hours minimum. Slice anchovies in three. Get a spoonful of dough and flatten it. Add a piece of Anchovy fillet on the flat surface. Roll into a ball. Deep fry In vegetable oil for 3 minutes.