Brazilian recipe
Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza)
Master the art of making authentic, pillowy, and perfectly crispy homemade fogazza. This versatile dough is the ideal vessel for your favorite savory fillings.
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Ingredients
1 egg
500g all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 block (15g) fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt
500g all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 block (15g) fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, fresh yeast, and pantry staples at local supermarkets and neighborhood bakeries. If fresh yeast is unavailable, you may substitute it with 5g of active dry yeast.
Preparation method
- Combine the 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 is activated.
- Gradually incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water.
- Knead the dough thoroughly until it becomes smooth and very soft.
- 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 like a turnover.
- Place the assembled fogazzas on a greased tray and let them rest briefly before frying.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels.
Observations
The fogazza is a beloved deep-fried savory treat known for its incredibly light and soft texture, a staple at gatherings and snack time across Brazil. This recipe relies on fresh yeast and a traditional kneaded dough method to achieve that signature fluffiness that pairs beautifully with a wide array of classic savory stuffings.
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