Puff-Puff (Nigerian Sweet Fried Dough)
Soft, golden balls of sweet fried dough, perfect for an easy Nigerian dessert that pairs well with tea or coffee.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Method
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Step 1 of 5
Dissolve the yeast and a pinch of sugar in the warm water and let stand for 5 minutes until frothy.
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Step 2 of 5
In a bowl combine flour, remaining sugar, salt and oil, then pour in the yeast mixture and stir to a smooth, thick batter; cover and let rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes.
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Step 3 of 5
Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F); the oil should sizzle gently when a drop of batter is dropped in.
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Step 4 of 5
Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, frying a few at a time; turn them with a slotted spoon after 1 minute until both sides are golden brown, about 2‑3 minutes total.
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Step 5 of 5
Remove the puff‑puffs with a slotted spoon, drain on kitchen paper and serve warm.
Notes from the kitchen
If fresh yeast is unavailable, substitute with 1 g (¼ tsp) instant dry yeast; let the batter rest longer to develop fluffiness. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days and re‑heat briefly before serving.
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