Placinte Recipe (Brinza)

Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
• 1/2 cup canola oil (or any oil for frying)
• 3 cups feta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese (finely shredded)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- How to make Placinta: ---

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups of flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the egg, buttermilk, milk, and 3 tbsp of oil until dough comes together. Knead in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour gradually until a soft dough forms.

3. 3

   Divide the dough into 8 balls, using a 1/2 cup measuring scoop for even shapes.

4. 4

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out each piece of dough to a 9" circle. Place 1 cup of the cheese blend in the center and fold in the edges, pinching them to the top. Gently roll out again to an 8" circle and fry over med-low heat until golden (about 2 min on each side.)