👨‍🍳 निर्देश

1. 1

   In a large bowl, whisk together the kefir (or sour milk), egg, sugar, and salt until well combined.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Ensure the kefir is at room temperature for better integration.
2. 2

   Sift the flour and baking soda into the wet ingredients. Mix until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead lightly on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

3. 3

   Divide the dough into 10-12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.

4. 4

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball very thinly, about 2-3 mm thick, into a round shape.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: The thinner the shelpek, the crispier it will be.
5. 5

   Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Test the oil temperature with a small piece of dough; it should sizzle immediately.
6. 6

   Carefully place one or two shelpeks into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed up.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches.
7. 7

   Remove the fried shelpeks from the pan and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.