South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread)

These tasty vetkoek (fat cakes) make for a lovely dinner or snack. You can make these vetkoek any size you prefer. They’re a great party snack if they are made small and filled with various processed meats, tuna and mayo, syrup, curried minced meat, cheese, or basically anything you feel like. They’re fast, easy, and very tasty.

Step: 1

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

Step: 2

Sift flour and salt together in a large bowl.

Step: 3

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

Step: 4

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

Step: 5

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

Step: 6

Fry flattened pieces of dough in the hot oil, 2 to 3 pieces at a time, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.

Per Serving: 332 calories; protein 7.8g; carbohydrates 60g; fat 6.2g; sodium 390.5mg.

Great taste and not difficult to make , these snack work for any meeting or occasion . When throwing a get-together , big or small , you can’t forget the delicious snacks . We’ve collect with others of our best appetizer menus that are sure to suprrise your guests. From lips to spreads and all over in between, you’re must to find the perfect snacks for any occasion .

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