Kosh Tili

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, granulated sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add eggs, yogurt, milk and optional dash of vanilla or rosewater.
3. 3
   Mix well with spoon, then pour out onto lightly floured work surface and knead until smooth.
4. 4
   Divide dough into 4 parts.
5. 5
   Place 1 piece of dough on floured board and roll out 18 inch thick.
6. 6
   Using a knife or crimp-edged cutter, cut into strips about 1 1/2 or 2 inches wide and 6 to 8 inches long.
7. 7
   Using knife, cut a 1 1/2 inch slit in middle of each strip.
8. 8
   Take 1 end of each strip, fold it through slit and pull out on the other side.
9. 9
   Repeat with remaining dough strips.
10. 10
    Heat oil for deep-frying.
11. 11
    Fry 1 or 2 dough strips at a time, holding under surface of oil until puffed and golden brown.
12. 12
    Drain finished fritters in colander, then place on paper towels and sprinkle with powdered sugar.