Ukrainian LOKSHYNA (egg noodles) and recipes
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Ukrainian LOKSHYNA (egg noodles) and recipes.
Home-made noodles are not only delicious but very easy to prepare. They may be made in a large quantity, dried, and stored in a covered container for future need. For a busy homemaker it is convenient and time saving to have a supply of home-made noodles on hand for any emergency. Increase this recipe to suit your need.
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Beat the egg slightly and combine with the remaining ingredients to make a stiff dough. Knead on a lightly floured board until the dough is smooth. Cover and let it stand for 30 minutes. Roll to almost paper-thinness and allow it to dry partially. Turn the dough over in order to dry the other side slightly. It must neither be sticky nor dry and brittle. fold into a roll or cut into 3 inch strips. Stack the strips on top of each other. Cut the roll or the strips crosswise into fine shreds. Separate the shreds by tossing them lightly with the fingers. Spread th
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FRIED LOKSHYNA:
Noodles prepared by the following method will be regarded as a rare treat by the family and guests. They are good as an accompaniment to meat, as a topping for various dishes, and as a cocktail snack.
Prepare the noodle dough, but do not dry it. Cut the rolled dough into 3 inch strips. Shred each strip individually and toss the shreds lightly to separate the strands. Fry a small quantity at a time in deep fat (380 to 390 degrees F.) until the noodles are a delicate brown color. Drain on absorbent paper. Serve as desired.
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