Erzurum Date Dessert Product Description and Distinguishing Features: Erzurum Date Pastry is a traditional savory pastry from the Erzurum province, made by frying a firm dough prepared with special-purpose wheat flour, eggs, butter, baking powder, salt, and water. Its distinctive shape, resembling a date, gives it the name "date pastry" in the region. It is typically served hot. The pastry measures about 15 cm in length, 8 cm in width, and 4 cm in thickness. The uncooked dough weighs around 50 g. To shape the surface, it is pressed against a grater or sieve. Erzurum Date Pastry can be enjoyed on its own or, more commonly as a regional specialty, served with Erzurum Küflü Civil Cheese (Göğermiş Cheese), which is officially registered under number 164. It is often paired with cheese, honey, and jam, making it a popular choice for breakfast. The origins of Erzurum Date Pastry date back through history, and it holds a prominent place in the culinary traditions of the Erzurum province. Due to its historical and cultural significance, it is recognized as a regional specialty. Production Method: For making 6 servings of Erzurum Date Pastry, the following ingredients and preparation method are used: Ingredients: 100 g butter, 500 ml water, 2 eggs, 350 g special-purpose wheat flour, 6 g salt, 100 ml yogurt or milk, 10 g baking soda. For frying: 500 ml vegetable oil. The dough ingredients are combined and kneaded until a firm dough is formed. The dough is then covered with a damp cloth and left to rest for 1 hour to ferment. After resting, portions of approximately 50 grams are taken, rolled by hand, and pressed against a grater or sieve to create a textured surface. The shaped dough is then deep-fried in hot oil. Erzurum Date Pastry is best served hot.