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Gogoşi with Honey Filling Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Special equipment needed:
- Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot for frying
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
3. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Use a round cookie cutter or glass to cut out circles of dough.
8. Place a small spoonful of honey and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts in the center of each circle.
9. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
10. Place the filled dough balls on a greased baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
11. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F.
12. Fry the gogoşi in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
13. Remove the gogoşi with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
14. Brush the warm gogoşi with honey and serve.


Time:
Preparation time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
375°F for frying
Serving size:
Makes 12-15 gogoşi

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 220
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted for all-purpose flour.
- Almonds or pecans can be substituted for walnuts.
- Maple syrup or agave nectar can be substituted for honey.

Variations:
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for extra flavor.
- Use different fillings such as jam, chocolate, or cream cheese.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the gogoşi from absorbing too much oil.
- Don't overfill the gogoşi or they may burst open during frying.
- Brushing the gogoşi with honey while they are still warm will help the honey absorb into the dough.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover gogoşi in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat gogoşi in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the gogoşi on a platter and drizzle with extra honey. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts or powdered sugar for garnish.

Garnishes:
Chopped walnuts or powdered sugar can be used as garnish.

Pairings:
Gogoşi with honey filling pairs well with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve gogoşi with fresh fruit or a side salad for a balanced meal.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the gogoşi burst open during frying, try sealing the edges more tightly.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the gogoşi from becoming undercooked and potentially causing foodborne illness.

Food history:
Gogoşi are a traditional Romanian pastry that originated in Transylvania. They are typically filled with sweet or savory fillings and are a popular snack or dessert.

Flavor profiles:
Gogoşi with honey filling are sweet, nutty, and slightly doughy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve gogoşi with honey filling as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Sticky