Apple kefir fritters (aladki)

Warm the kefir slightly, add the baking soda and stir — it will foam.

Don't overheat the kefir or it will curdle.

In a bowl, whisk the egg with the sugar and salt, pour in the kefir, add the flour and mix to the thickness of sour cream.

Peel and core the apples, grate them coarsely and stir straight into the batter. Let rest for 10 minutes.

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Spoon in the batter and fry, covered, for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.

Don't stir the batter after resting — the bubbles make the fritters fluffy. Over high heat they burn outside and stay raw inside.

Stack the fritters on a plate and serve warm with sour cream. Done!