Crotian Bow Knots (Croatia)

World-Bites (72) / Croatian Bow Knots

The traditional dishes that are prepared by the Croatians have very old origins. The Croatian dishes are mostly based on meat. The Turkish influence is felt in the great amounts of spices that are used, meat that is enhanced with onions and loaded with garlic. Austrians affected the Croatian cuisine and the influence can be seen in dishes that contain cabbage and in breaded dishes or desserts that is served at the breakfast. It is made of cheese, fish and bread. The dairy products also are important for the Croatians. such as: strudel, donuts, cream puffs and cakes that contain walnut cream. Croatian Bow Knots (Hrostule) are always a favorite treat. They are easy to make and often whipped up when unexpected guests arrive. Children in particular love these.

Ingredients

* 2 eggs
* 2 tbsps Sugar
* 1 tsp melted butter
* 2 cups flour
* 1/2 cup milk
* 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

Mix eggs and Sugar together and add melted butter and salt. Add flour and milk; mix well. Roll out thin as for noodles and then cut into very thin 1" x 6" strips and fold them into a knot before frying. Deep fry in hot vegetable oil and when lightly brown (they should start rising to the top at this point) remove them to a platter and sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.