-
1
Place the egg yolks in a large mixing bowl.
-
2
Add salt and beat until thick and lemon-colored.
-
3
Add the sugar and brandy, and continue beating.
-
4
Add the yogurt and mix well.
-
5
Sift in the flour, stirring with a wooden spoon to begin with, and then working the dough by hand.
-
6
Add just enough flour to have a dough that sticks together in a ball.
-
7
Knead vigorously in the bowl or on a floured board for 1015 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic and begins to blister.
-
8
Cover with plastic wrap and leave to rest for about 1/2 hour.
-
9
Divide into 2 pieces to roll out more easily.
-
10
Roll out each piece as thinly as possible on a lightly floured surface, with a floured rolling pin.
-
11
Cut into ribbons about 3/4 inch wide, then divide into 3-inch strips.
-
12
Make a 1-inch-long slit down the center of each strip and pull one end through.
-
13
Alternatively, tie the strips in knots, which is easier.
-
14
Deep-fry a few at a time in oilmedium-hot and 1 1/2 inches deepuntil the pastries are puffed and just golden, turning them once.
-
15
Lift out with a perforated spoon.
-
16
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners sugar.
