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Puff-puff
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Alternative names Boflot, kala, mikate, togbei
Type Doughnut
Course snack, breakfast
Place of origin Sub-Saharan Africa
Main ingredients Flour, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, water, eggs, vegetable oil
Variations Eggs and butter are optional

Puff-puff is a super popular snack from Sub-Saharan Africa. It's a type of doughnut made from a soft dough that is deep-fried until it's golden brown. Imagine a fluffy, slightly sweet fried ball – that's a puff-puff!

People enjoy puff-puff for breakfast or as a quick treat. While it's called Puff-puff in Nigeria, it has many other fun names across Africa.

What is Puff-puff?

Puff-puff is a delicious fried dough snack. It's a staple in many African countries. It's known for its light, airy texture and slightly sweet taste.

Different Names for Puff-puff

This tasty treat is known by different names depending on where you are in Africa. It shows how popular and widespread this snack is!

This delicious snack is even popular in Eastern and Southern Africa, where it's often called mandazi.

How is Puff-puff Made?

Making puff-puff is quite simple! The main ingredients are flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and water.

Key Ingredients

The basic ingredients for puff-puff are:

Sometimes, people add butter and eggs to make them even richer. These ingredients are optional.

The Cooking Process

The dough is mixed and allowed to rise, thanks to the yeast. Once the dough is ready, small balls are dropped into hot vegetable oil. They are deep-fried until they turn a beautiful golden brown color.

Flavoring and Serving

After frying, puff-puffs can be enjoyed plain. They are delicious just as they are!

  • Some people like to roll them in extra sugar for a sweeter taste.
  • You can also add spices like cinnamon, vanilla, or nutmeg to the dough. This gives them a special flavor.
  • Puff-puffs can be served with a fruit dip, like strawberry or raspberry sauce.
  • In Cameroon, people often eat puff-puffs with beans, coffee, or other drinks for breakfast.
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