South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread) Recipe

Prep Time::20 mins

Cook Time::5 mins

Additional Time::50 mins

Total Time:: 1 hr 15 mins

Servings::12

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

2 cups lukewarm water

¼ cup white sugar

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast

7 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons salt

3 cups oil for frying

Directions

Mix lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and bubbles slightly, about 5 minutes.

Sift together flour and salt in a large bowl.

Pour yeast mixture over flour mixture and knead until dough is smooth and elastic, 5 to 7 minutes. Cover bowl with a clean cloth and let dough rise until doubled in volume, about 45 minutes.

Pinch off a piece of dough about the size of a tennis ball; roll until smooth. Flatten ball of dough until it is palm-sized; set aside on a floured work surface. Repeat with remaining dough.

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Fry in hot oil, 2 to 3 pieces at a time, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Cook’s Note

You may need to add more flour or water while kneading to achieve a bread dough consistency.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

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