Tunisian Doughnuts (Yo-Yo)

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   Place eggs, 1/4 cup oil, orange juice, 1 tablespoon of the coconut, and 1/4 cup sugar in a blender; blend until smooth.

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   Transfer to a bowl; then sift in flour and baking soda.

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   Knead until the mixture is a soft dough, adding a little water if necessary.

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   Cover bowl; then set aside to rest for at least 1 hour.

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   In the meantime make syrup; place 1 cup of sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan.

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   Stirring constantly, boil over high heat until sugar dissolves.

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   Reduce heat to low; then add honey and the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut.

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   Simmer for 10 minutes; then turn heat to very low to keep the syrup warm.

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   Place 2 cups oil in a small saucepan and heat until oil is moderately hot.

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    Form dough into walnut-size balls; then flatten slightly.

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    Hold a flattened ball in palm of one hand and punch a hole through center with floured index finger of other hand.

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    Deep fry, a few at a time, for about 4 minutes, turning them over with a slotted spoon until they turn golden brown on both sides.

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    Transfer to paper towels.

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    to drain.

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    With tongs, pick up the yo-yos and dip into warm syrup.

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    Serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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