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A traditional syrup-soaked dessert unique to Siirt, Rayosu is a light and porous sweet made primarily with rice flour and strained yogurt.
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Frequently prepared in Siirt households especially during Ramadan, Rayosu dessert takes its name from Arabic roots. The secret to its texture lies in the fermentation of the batter and pouring it into hot oil using specific patterns. For the locations of traditional dessert shops in the city, check out the Map section.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1 cup strained thick yogurt
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- For the syrup: 3 cups sugar, 2 cups water, lemon juice
- Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation
- Boil water, sugar, and lemon juice to prepare a thick syrup, then leave it to cool completely.
- Mix rice flour, strained yogurt, yeast, and warm water to get a loose batter, then let it ferment for 1 hour.
- Place the fermented batter into a piping bag and squeeze into hot oil in spiral shapes, frying until golden.
- Remove the hot pastries from oil and plunge them into cold syrup immediately, soak for a few minutes and serve.
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