Syrniki

Strain or process quark cheese through a sieve or meat grinder to achieve a powdery consistency. Mix quark cheese 2/3 cup flour sugar raisins eggs baking soda vanilla extract and salt together in a bowl until batter is well mixed.

Pour 1/4 cup flour into a small bowl.

Roll batter about 2 tablespoons per serving into a ball and roll in flour until coated. Flatten each ball into a 2-inch patty squaring off the edges.

Heat about 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Fry patties working in batches in the hot oil until dark brown and a shell has formed 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining oil and patties.