Crispy Fried Vetkoek — South African
Pillowy fried dough puffs that are crispy outside, fluffy inside. A 20-minute South African street-food classic that pairs with savory fillings or jam.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1.5 cups neutral oil for frying
- ½ cup jam or savory filling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- 2
Pour warm water into the flour and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until a pinch of dough sizzles on contact, ~3 minutes.
- 4
Tear fist-sized pieces of dough, gently flatten into rough discs, and slide into the hot oil.
- 5
Fry 90 seconds per side until puffed, golden brown, and a hollow sound rings when tapped.
- 6
Transfer to paper towels. Split warm vetkoek and fill with jam, butter, cheese, or minced meat.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- whisk
- 12-inch heavy skillet or deep frying pan
- instant-read thermometer (optional)
- paper towels
- slotted spoon or tongs
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