South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread) – a delicious recipe with water, white sugar, active dry yeast, flour, salt, oil. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
General
Servings:persons
1
Mix lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to bubble slightly, about 5 minutes.
2
Sift flour and salt together in a large bowl.
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.
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.
5
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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.
2404
kcal
Calories
182
g
Fat
172
g
Carbs
21
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups lukewarm water, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast, 7 cups all-purpose flour, and more.
Yes, South African Traditional Vetkoek (Fried Bread) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.
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