Vetkoek recipe

Vetkoek recipe

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The Vetkoek recipe is a traditional South African dish that consists of deep-fried dough balls. These fluffy and golden treats are typically served with a variety of fillings, such as curries, jams, or cheese. The recipe is simple yet delicious, requiring basic ingredients like flour, yeast, sugar, and water. Vetkoek is a popular street food in South Africa, enjoyed by people of all ages.

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Vetkoek recipe details

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Ingredients

250 ml	cake flour
1	egg
125 ml	milk
1 tsp	baking powder
½ tsp	salt
150 ml	oil for frying

Instructions

Sift the dry ingredients together into a bowl. Beat the egg lightly and add to the dry ingredients. Now add the milk and mix until the batter is smooth. Heat oil in a frying pan and drop tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 3 minutes turn and fry for 1 more minute on the other side.

Serve hot with butter and jam.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 5 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a