Perfect Lokma Recipe
Crispy, golden-brown fried dough balls soaked in a sweet honey and lemon syrup. A traditional Turkish dessert that is airy on the inside and crunchy on the outside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Fried
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp instant dry yeast
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 cups sugar (for syrup)
1 1/2 cups water (for syrup)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
Instructions
1. Boil syrup ingredients (sugar, water, lemon, honey) for 10 minutes then cool completely.
2. Whisk flour, yeast, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a bowl.
3. Add warm water and oil, mixing until a sticky, elastic dough forms.
4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
5. Heat frying oil to 350°F (175°C).
6. Drop small balls of dough into the oil using an oiled spoon.
7. Fry until golden brown and immediately dip into the cold syrup.
8. Soak for 30 seconds, then serve warm with cinnamon.
Notes
Ensure the syrup is cold and the dough is hot for the best crunch.
Use cornstarch for an extra crispy exterior.
Add cinnamon or crushed pistachios as a garnish.
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