Ingredients for African Donuts
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
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How to Make African Donuts
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add the yeast mixture, milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Use a cookie cutter or a glass to cut out donut shapes. You can also shape them by hand into small balls.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the donuts in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with honey, fruit preserves, red beans, or diced beef, according to your preference.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
46 g
Sugar
267g
Fat
1g
Carbs
44g
