Brazilian recipe
Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Golden-Fried Dough (Fogazza)
Master the art of making authentic homemade fogazza with a soft, airy dough. Ideal for stuffing with your favorite savory fillings for any occasion.
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Ingredients
1 egg
500g all-purpose wheat flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 glass warm water
1 cake (approx. 15g) fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt
500g all-purpose wheat flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 glass warm water
1 cake (approx. 15g) fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, eggs, and vegetable oil at local supermarkets or kiosks. Fresh yeast is commonly available in the refrigerated section of supermarkets; if unavailable, active dry yeast can be used as a substitute (use roughly one-third of the weight).
Preparation method
- Combine the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of water to create a starter sponge.
- Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the yeast to activate.
- Incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water gradually.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly until you obtain a smooth and very soft dough.
- Shape into small balls of your preferred size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen towel.
- Roll out each ball, add your choice of savory filling, and seal the edges firmly, similar to a turnover.
- Place the assembled pastries on a greased tray and allow them to rest briefly before frying.
- Deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides, then drain on absorbent paper towels.
Observations
Fogazza is a quintessential deep-fried pastry known for its light, tender dough, frequently served at snack bars and gatherings across Brazil. This recipe relies on fresh yeast and a simple kneading technique to achieve that signature fluffy texture, serving as the perfect vessel for an array of traditional savory fillings.
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