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Homemade Fried Dough Pockets (FOGAZZA)

Learn how to make a classic Brazilian fried dough pocket with a soft, pillowy texture. Perfect for filling with your favorite savory ingredients.

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Homemade Fried Dough Pockets (FOGAZZA)

Ingredients

1 egg
500g all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 block fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt

Where to find ingredients

You can find these staples at any local grocery store or supermarket. Fresh yeast can typically be found in the refrigerated baking section; if unavailable, active dry yeast is a common substitute.

Preparation method

  1. Mix the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of water to create a starter sponge.
  2. Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
  3. Incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water gradually.
  4. Knead the mixture thoroughly until you obtain a smooth and very soft dough.
  5. Shape the dough into small balls of your preferred size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen towel.
  6. Roll out each ball, add your chosen filling, and seal the edges tightly like a turnover.
  7. Arrange the pockets on a greased tray and let them rest briefly before frying.
  8. Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels.

Observations

Fogazza is a beloved fried snack known for its light, tender dough, frequently enjoyed as a staple at gatherings and snack time throughout Brazil. This recipe uses fresh yeast and a classic kneaded dough method to achieve a soft consistency that pairs beautifully with a variety of traditional savory fillings.
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Step 1

Mix the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of water to create a starter sponge.

Mix the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of water to create a starter sponge.
Step 2

Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to activate the yeast.

Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
Step 3

Incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water gradually.

Incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water gradually.
Step 4

Knead the mixture thoroughly until you obtain a smooth and very soft dough.

Knead the mixture thoroughly until you obtain a smooth and very soft dough.
Step 5

Shape the dough into small balls of your preferred size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen towel.

Shape the dough into small balls of your preferred size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 6

Roll out each ball, add your chosen filling, and seal the edges tightly like a turnover.

Roll out each ball, add your chosen filling, and seal the edges tightly like a turnover.
Step 7

Arrange the pockets on a greased tray and let them rest briefly before frying.

Arrange the pockets on a greased tray and let them rest briefly before frying.
Step 8

Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels.

Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels.
Final result

Homemade Fried Dough Pockets (FOGAZZA)

Homemade Fried Dough Pockets (FOGAZZA)

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