Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 4 of 5 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 4 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Flour | 1 cup (125g) all-purpose | 455 |
| Butter | 1 tbsp (14g) | 102 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pk yeast
- 3/4 cup lukewarm water
- 1 teasp sugar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 tbs. butter, melted
- 3 1/2 cups flour
Directions
Soak yeast in 1/4 cup of water. Set aside for 5 minutes.
Mix remainder of the water, sugar, salt and melted shortening.
Add soaked yeast and sifted flour. Beat well and mix to a soft, dough.
Put out on floured board and knead lightly adding more flour if necessary.
Put into a greased bowl. Brush top with melted butter. Cover and set aside in a warm place until double in bulk.
Shape into small balls and leave to rise again.
Roll out into thin rounds and fry in hot oil or until brown. Drain and serve hot with e.g. fried shark or ham etc.
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