Lokma - fried sweet dough

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Gather the ingredients.

In a measuring cup, add yeast and sugar to warm water. Stir until dissolved. Allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes.

In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt.

Add yeast water and stir with an oiled wooden spoon until a dough-like consistency form.

Cover and place in a warm area and allow to rise for 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled.

Preheat vegetable oil to 375 F.

Spoon dough by the tablespoon into vegetable oil and allow to cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until each side is a golden brown color. Repeat with remaining dough.

Drain on paper towels.

Gather the ingredients.

About 20 minutes prior to frying the dough, mix all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.

Bring to a boil, then allow to simmer on low for about 10 to 15 minutes, until it becomes a syrup consistency. Do not stir frequently because the sugar will make the syrup cloudy.

Drizzle syrup over fried dough and serve immediately.