Crispy Faworki (Polish Fried Pastries)
Golden, paper-thin fried ribbons dusted with powdered sugar—a beloved Polish treat. These are surprisingly simple to make at home and taste best served warm.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 410
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 whole eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together eggs, sour cream, vanilla, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
- 2
Add flour gradually, stirring until a soft, sticky dough forms.
- 3
Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 3 minutes until smooth.
- 4
Wrap in plastic and rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- 5
Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F. Use a thermometer to check; oil should shimmer.
- 6
Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll one piece paper-thin on a floured surface.
- 7
Cut dough into 3-inch strips. Create a small slit in the center of each.
- 8
Slide strips gently into oil. Fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden and puffy.
- 9
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining dough.
- 10
Combine powdered sugar and lemon zest in a shallow bowl.
- 11
Dust warm faworki generously with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- 9-inch rolling pin
- lightly floured work surface
- sharp knife or pastry cutter
- heavy-bottomed pot (3-quart minimum)
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- shallow bowl for dusting
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