Pissies (Fried Sweet Dough)

For the Dough

• 1 kilo village flour
• 1 cup sunflower oil
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• water, as much as needed to bind

For the Syrup

• 800 grams sugar
• 400 grams water
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Rosewater
• A few drops of lemon juice

For Serving

• cinnamon
• almonds or walnuts

For the Syrup

1. In a small pot, combine the sugar, water, and cinnamon stick. Stir and let the syrup come to a boil. Boil for 2-3 minutes, then add rosewater and a few drops of lemon juice. Let the syrup cool down.

For the Dough

2. Place the flour, salt, and oil in a bowl and 'rub' the flour (this means rubbing the mixture between your palms until coarse crumbs form). Add the water and vinegar and knead until you have a soft dough. Cover and set aside for 30 minutes.

For the Pissies (Fried Dough)

3. Roll out the dough into a round flatbread and fry until crispy. Remove and dip it into the cold syrup. Serve sprinkled with cinnamon and crushed almonds or walnuts.