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Fankasau (Hausa Wheat Puff Puff)

Fankasau is a traditional Hausa fritter, common in northern Nigeria.

Total 01:00
Yield 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups wheat flour
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • Water
  • ½ cup potash water (kanwa)
  • Sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • Salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. 1
    Combine the flours and yeast in a bowl. Mix in enough water to form a thick, sticky dough.
  2. 2
    Cover the dough and allow to rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
  3. 3
    Add the potash water, baking powder, sugar, and salt to the dough. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
  4. 4
    Divide the dough into suitably sized portions. Dip your hands in oil, and shape the dough portions into rounds with a hole in the center.
  5. 5
    Heat a pot of oil. Working in batches, add the dough and deep fry until golden brown on all sides.
  6. 6
    Remove the fritters, and drain any excess oil.
  7. 7
    Serve fresh.
Method
Frying