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Nigerian Puff Puff
85% authentic · Nigerian
Light and airy deep-fried dough balls, similar to doughnuts but simpler. Puff puff is a beloved Nigerian street food and party snack, with a slightly sweet and yeasty flavor.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour2 cups
- Sugar1/2 cup
- Active dry yeast1 tsp
- Warm water1 1/4 cups
- Nutmeg, grated1/4 tsp
- Salt1/4 tsp
- Vegetable oil, for fryingenough for deep frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)as needed
Steps
- 1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, nutmeg, and salt.
- 3
Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until a smooth, thick batter forms. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, forming small balls. Do not overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed up.
- 6
Remove the puff puff with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. If desired, dust with powdered sugar while still warm. Serve immediately.
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