Chin Chin (Fried Sweet Dough Bites)
Crunchy West African fried dough snacks flavored with nutmeg and coconut, cut into small pieces and deep-fried until golden. A beloved party treat and snack sold across Nigeria and Ghana.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
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1
In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg.
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2
Rub 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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3
Add 2 beaten large egg and 1/3 cup evaporated milk and mix to form a firm dough. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time. The dough should not stick to your hands.
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4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into thin strips about 1/4 inch wide, then cut into small pieces about 1/2 inch long.
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5
Heat 6 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep pot to 325°F (165°C). Fry dough pieces in small batches, stirring occasionally, until golden and crunchy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
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6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.