Brazilian recipe
Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza : massa macia e fritinha)
Master the art of making delicious, soft, and perfectly crispy homemade fogazza. This recipe is the ideal foundation for your favorite savory fillings.
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Ingredients
1 egg
1/2 kg all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 glass (approx. 200 ml) water
1 tablet (15 g) fresh yeast
25 g sugar
15 g salt
1/2 kg all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 glass (approx. 200 ml) water
1 tablet (15 g) fresh yeast
25 g sugar
15 g salt
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh yeast, all-purpose flour, and eggs at any local Gambian supermarket or neighborhood grocery store. Vegetable oil is widely available in local markets. Fresh yeast is often located in the chilled dairy or bakery supply section.
Preparation method
- Combine the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of water to create a starter sponge.
- Allow the mixture to rest for about 10 minutes until the yeast becomes active and bubbly.
- Incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water gradually.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly until you obtain a smooth, soft, and uniform dough.
- Shape the dough into small balls of your desired size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen towel.
- Roll out each ball with a rolling pin, add your preferred filling, and seal the edges tightly just as you would with a turnover.
- Arrange the shaped fogazzas on a lightly greased tray and let them rest briefly before frying.
- Deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels before serving.
Observations
Fogazza is a beloved fried pastry characterized by its light, tender dough, frequently served at Brazilian gatherings and snack times. This recipe relies on fresh yeast and a simple kneading technique to achieve that signature fluffy texture that pairs beautifully with an array of traditional savory fillings.
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