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Tzibeleh Kuchen (Onion Rolls)

Here's how you make Tzibeleh Kuchen (Onion Rolls)
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  • Servings: 30
  • Prep: 20m
  • Cook: 20m
  • The following recipe serves 30 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 pound yellow onions
  • 1/4 cup onion juice (reserved, see directions, water may be substituted)
  • 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup oil (vegetable oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
  • 2.2 ounces poppy seeds (optional, 1/2 cup)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Step 2: Grate or finely mince the onions and drain, reserving 1/4 cup juice.

  • Step 3: Combine the onions, juice, sugar, oil and 2 eggs in a large bowl.

  • Step 4: In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and poppy seeds. Stir to mix.

  • Step 5: Add the flour mixture to the onion mixture, stirring just enough to blend thoroughly.

  • Step 6: On a floured surface, roll dough out to a thickness of 1/4"-1/2".

  • Step 7: Cut into 2"x2" squares, or use a cookie cutter to make diamond or round shapes.

  • Step 8: Place on a greased baking sheet.

  • Step 9: Beat the remaining egg together with the water.

  • Step 10: Brush over tops.

  • Step 11: Bake until lightly browned around the edges, 15-20 minutes.

  • Step 12: Place baking sheet on wire rack and let cool.

  • Step 13: These are best the day they are made, but keep well if stored in a tightly closed container.


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