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Samoan Panikeke

Cultural Context

Originating from Samoa, Panikeke are deep-fried doughnuts often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, they reflect the island's culinary resourcefulness and love for coconut. Today, Panikeke are cherished not only in Samoa but also among Samoan communities worldwide, often served at festive occasions and family gatherings.

SamoanWSdessert
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2.5 cups flour
0.5 cups sugar
1 egg
1.5 cups milk
pinch of salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
vegetable oil for frying

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk lowers calories while adding a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil enhances flavor while being healthier.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal offers a vegan alternative.

1

Sift together 2.5 cups of flour, 0.5 cups of sugar, a pinch of salt, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder in a bowl.

2

Mix the dry ingredients to ensure there are no lumps.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to medium-high heat, then reduce to medium.

4

Add 1 egg and 1.5 cups of milk to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.

5

Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, ensuring they float to the top while cooking.

6

Fry until golden brown, about a few minutes, flipping them as they cook.

7

Remove the panikeke from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

bowldeep skilletspoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluteneggscoconut

Also Known As

Samoan DoughnutsPanikeke

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