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Ustipci Recipe
Sally Mckenney

Ustipci Recipe

My ustipci recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy this traditional Balkan fried bread with a unique twist, paired with fried fish. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, this dish is perfect for family meals, gatherings, or simply when you’re craving comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Balkan, Serbian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Ustipci Dough Ingredients

  • 500 g plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 200 ml water
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
Fish Ingredients

  • 500 5 fresh fish fillets (such as cod or haddock)
  • Salt and pepper (to season)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making ustipci with fried fish, having the right tools makes the process smooth and enjoyable. Here are the essentials I always keep handy:
  • Large Mixing Bowl: Perfect for combining flour, salt, baking powder, and water into a smooth batter.
  • Whisk or Wooden Spoon: Helps mix the batter evenly until you achieve that pancake-like consistency.
  • Sharp Knife: To cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces.
  • Deep Frying Pan or Deep Fryer: Essential for frying both the dough and fish to crispy, golden perfection.
  • Slotted Spoon: Lets you safely remove fried ustipci and fish from hot oil without excess grease.
  • Paper Towels:  For draining excess oil after frying.
  • Serving Plate with Lining: Keeps your utensils warm and crisp until ready to serve.
Having these tools ready ensures your cooking process is efficient, stress-free, and enjoyable.