German Pretzels - Oryana

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water, 110-115°F
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 envelope active dry yeast (2 1/2 tsp)
• About 4 to 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• Vegetable oil, for the bowl and pan
• 10 cups water
• 2/3 cup baking soda
• 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt