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Easy Moroccan Sfenj Recipe: Delicious Fried Dough Rings
When there's joy in our home, the first thing we prepare is a kilogram of flour straight for Sfenj! Thank God, today is a joyous day. This recipe will guide you through making traditional Moroccan Sfenj, a delightful fried dough. We'll proof the dough twice as shown in the video, then shape it into balls, fry it in oil, and enjoy. I fried mine in Buonacasa.il pans.
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#Moroccan Doughnuts
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#Dessert
#Yeast Recipe
#Sweet Treat
Golden Sfenj rings
Recipe Information
30m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
2h 45m
Total Time
8
Servings
Medium
Moroccan
Hebrew
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
8g
Protein
65g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Freshly fried Sfenj draining
Ingredients
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Servings: 8
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Plate of delicious Sfenj
Instructions
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- In a large bowl, combine the flour, dry yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients.3m
Preview3mPreviewIn a large bowl, combine the flour, dry yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients. - Gradually add the lukewarm water, mixing until a very soft and sticky dough forms. Avoid over-kneading; the dough should remain quite wet.7m
Preview7mPreviewGradually add the lukewarm water, mixing until a very soft and sticky dough forms. Avoid over-kneading; the dough should remain quite wet. - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size, as shown in the video.1h 30m
Preview1h 30mPreviewCover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size, as shown in the video. - Gently deflate the dough and punch it down. Lightly oil your hands and shape the dough into small balls, then create a hole in the center of each ball to form a ring, as demonstrated in the video.15m
Preview15mPreviewGently deflate the dough and punch it down. Lightly oil your hands and shape the dough into small balls, then create a hole in the center of each ball to form a ring, as demonstrated in the video. - Arrange the shaped Sfenj rings on a lightly oiled surface, cover, and let them rise for a second time for about 30 minutes, or until visibly puffy.30m
Preview30mPreviewArrange the shaped Sfenj rings on a lightly oiled surface, cover, and let them rise for a second time for about 30 minutes, or until visibly puffy. - Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to 175°C (350°F). Fry the Sfenj in batches until golden brown and puffed up on both sides, as seen in the video.15m
Preview15mPreviewHeat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to 175°C (350°F). Fry the Sfenj in batches until golden brown and puffed up on both sides, as seen in the video. - Remove the fried Sfenj with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm, plain or with a sprinkle of sugar, honey, or jam.5mPreview5mPreviewRemove the fried Sfenj with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm, plain or with a sprinkle of sugar, honey, or jam.
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