Nigerian Street Food: How To Make The Best Puff Puff in Lagos

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

yeast

🥗Healthier: baking powder

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Baking powder offers a quicker rise.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: almond extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Almond extract adds a unique flavor.

Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a bowl.

Add nutmeg and pepper to the mixture for flavor.

Gradually add warm water to the mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Cover the bowl and let the dough swell for 20 to 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot until hot.

Scoop portions of dough and drop them into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 10 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.

Serve hot.

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