South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread)
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Cooking:
20 min.
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Servings per container:
12
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Ingredients for - South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread)

1. Lukewarm water - 2 cups
2. White sugar - ¼ cup
3. Active dry yeast - 1 (.25 ounce) package
4. All-purpose flour - 7 cups
5. Salt - 2 teaspoons
6. Oil for frying - 3 cups

How to cook deliciously - South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread)

1. Stage

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

2. Stage

Sift together flour and salt in a large bowl.

3. Stage

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.

4. Stage

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.

5. Stage

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

6. Stage

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