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Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza)

Master the art of making traditional Brazilian-style deep-fried pockets with this recipe for light, cloud-like, and perfectly crispy dough.

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Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza)

Ingredients

1 egg
500g all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup water
1 cube (approx. 15g) fresh yeast
25g sugar
15g salt

Where to find ingredients

You can find all-purpose flour, eggs, and fresh produce at local markets like Kariakoo or major supermarkets in Dar es Salaam. Fresh yeast is commonly available in the baking section of larger supermarkets or can be sourced from local bakeries if not available in blocks. As a substitute, you may use active dry yeast, adjusting the quantity as per the package instructions.

Preparation method

  1. In a small bowl, combine the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of the water to create a pre-ferment sponge.
  2. Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the yeast to activate and become frothy.
  3. In a large bowl, incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water, adding the liquid gradually.
  4. Knead the mixture thoroughly on a clean surface until the dough is smooth, elastic, and soft.
  5. Divide the dough into small balls of your preferred size and let them rest for 15 minutes covered with a clean kitchen cloth.
  6. Roll out each ball with a rolling pin, place your desired filling in the center, and seal the edges firmly, similar to a turnover or empanada.
  7. Arrange the shaped fogazzas on a tray and let them rest briefly before heading to the fryer.
  8. Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels to ensure they are perfectly crispy.

Observations

Fogazza is a quintessential deep-fried savory snack, beloved across Brazil for its light, airy texture and satisfying bite. This recipe relies on fresh yeast and a well-kneaded dough to achieve that signature soft interior that pairs beautifully with a variety of classic savory fillings. It is a staple at gatherings and snack times, best enjoyed hot.
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Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of the water to create a pre-ferment sponge.

In a small bowl, combine the fresh yeast with a small portion of the flour and a splash of the water to create a pre-ferment sponge.
Step 2

Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the yeast to activate and become frothy.

Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the yeast to activate and become frothy.
Step 3

In a large bowl, incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water, adding the liquid gradually.

In a large bowl, incorporate the remaining flour, egg, sugar, salt, oil, and the rest of the water, adding the liquid gradually.
Step 4

Knead the mixture thoroughly on a clean surface until the dough is smooth, elastic, and soft.

Knead the mixture thoroughly on a clean surface until the dough is smooth, elastic, and soft.
Step 5

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

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

Roll out each ball with a rolling pin, place your desired filling in the center, and seal the edges firmly, similar to a turnover or empanada.

Roll out each ball with a rolling pin, place your desired filling in the center, and seal the edges firmly, similar to a turnover or empanada.
Step 7

Arrange the shaped fogazzas on a tray and let them rest briefly before heading to the fryer.

Arrange the shaped fogazzas on a tray and let them rest briefly before heading to the fryer.
Step 8

Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels to ensure they are perfectly crispy.

Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides and drain on paper towels to ensure they are perfectly crispy.
Final result

Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza)

Homemade Fogazza: Soft and Crispy Fried Dough (Fogazza)

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