Papanasi with poppy seeds - a quick and delicious dessert
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 4
Welcome to the savory world of papanasi with poppy seeds! These fluffy, aromatic, and slightly crunchy papanasi are a traditional Romanian dessert, perfect to be enjoyed at any time of the day. I will show you step by step how to prepare them, so you can achieve a perfect result, with a wonderful texture and unforgettable taste.
Ingredients:
- 500 g potatoes
- 250 g cottage cheese (well drained)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 2 tablespoons of semolina
- 50 g sugar
- a pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons of poppy seeds (for flavor and decoration)
- oil for frying
- sour cream and jam for serving (optional)
Step 1: Preparing the potatoes
Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into cubes. Boil them in a pot of salted water for 25 minutes or until they become soft. Check occasionally with a fork; if it goes in easily, the potatoes are ready.
Step 2: Mashing the potatoes
Once the potatoes are boiled, drain them well and mash them using a potato masher or a blender. Make sure there are no lumps left, as this will affect the texture of the papanasi.
Step 3: Mixing the ingredients
In a large bowl, add the potato puree, cottage cheese, egg, flour, semolina, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until you get a homogeneous composition. It is important that all ingredients are well integrated so that the papanasi have a uniform texture.
Step 4: Forming the papanasi
Take a portion of the mixture and form balls the size of a golf ball. Flatten them slightly and make a dent in the middle to give them the characteristic shape of papanasi. Finally, sprinkle the poppy seeds on each papanas to add a flavorful note and an attractive appearance.
Step 5: Frying the papanasi
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, fry the papanasi on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan to allow for even frying.
Step 6: Serving
After the papanasi are fried, take them out onto a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Serve them warm, alongside sour cream and fruit jam (preferably cherry or blackberry) to complement their flavor.
Useful tips:
- Use well-drained cottage cheese to avoid excess water in the mixture.
- You can experiment with different types of poppy seeds or even add vanilla essence to the mixture for a more refined taste.
- This dessert is perfect to be prepared in advance; keep it in the fridge and reheat it in a pan to restore its crunchy texture.
Papanasi with poppy seeds are a simple yet impressive dessert, ideal for bringing a touch of Romanian tradition to every meal. These fluffy delights are perfect for moments of indulgence or to impress guests. Enjoy!
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 4
Welcome to the savory world of papanasi with poppy seeds! These fluffy, aromatic, and slightly crunchy papanasi are a traditional Romanian dessert, perfect to be enjoyed at any time of the day. I will show you step by step how to prepare them, so you can achieve a perfect result, with a wonderful texture and unforgettable taste.
Ingredients:
- 500 g potatoes
- 250 g cottage cheese (well drained)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 2 tablespoons of semolina
- 50 g sugar
- a pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons of poppy seeds (for flavor and decoration)
- oil for frying
- sour cream and jam for serving (optional)
Step 1: Preparing the potatoes
Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into cubes. Boil them in a pot of salted water for 25 minutes or until they become soft. Check occasionally with a fork; if it goes in easily, the potatoes are ready.
Step 2: Mashing the potatoes
Once the potatoes are boiled, drain them well and mash them using a potato masher or a blender. Make sure there are no lumps left, as this will affect the texture of the papanasi.
Step 3: Mixing the ingredients
In a large bowl, add the potato puree, cottage cheese, egg, flour, semolina, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until you get a homogeneous composition. It is important that all ingredients are well integrated so that the papanasi have a uniform texture.
Step 4: Forming the papanasi
Take a portion of the mixture and form balls the size of a golf ball. Flatten them slightly and make a dent in the middle to give them the characteristic shape of papanasi. Finally, sprinkle the poppy seeds on each papanas to add a flavorful note and an attractive appearance.
Step 5: Frying the papanasi
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, fry the papanasi on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan to allow for even frying.
Step 6: Serving
After the papanasi are fried, take them out onto a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Serve them warm, alongside sour cream and fruit jam (preferably cherry or blackberry) to complement their flavor.
Useful tips:
- Use well-drained cottage cheese to avoid excess water in the mixture.
- You can experiment with different types of poppy seeds or even add vanilla essence to the mixture for a more refined taste.
- This dessert is perfect to be prepared in advance; keep it in the fridge and reheat it in a pan to restore its crunchy texture.
Papanasi with poppy seeds are a simple yet impressive dessert, ideal for bringing a touch of Romanian tradition to every meal. These fluffy delights are perfect for moments of indulgence or to impress guests. Enjoy!