Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

CONGOLESE RECIPE BEIGNET | MIKATE 😋| BEGINNER'S USE THIS‼️ #africanfood,#howtomakepuffpuff howto

Login to Save
Martine Chiella | What's For Dinner?
Martine Chiella | What's For Dinner?
1 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Martine Chiella | What's For Dinner? to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Mikate

Cultural Context

Mikate, also known as Nigerian doughnuts, has its origins in West Africa, where it is often enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item. Traditionally, these sweet fried dough balls are a staple at festive gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations can be found across Nigeria and beyond, with some recipes incorporating different spices or fillings, reflecting the diverse culinary landscape of the region.

NGNGdessert
6 servings
Servings4
3 1/2 cups water
8 cups self raising flour
1 1/2 cup sugar
1

Mix warm water with yeast and sugar in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

2

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and nutmeg.

3

Add the frothy yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with milk and eggs.

4

Mix until a soft dough forms; knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.

5

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

7

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat until shimmering.

8

Fry the dough balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

9

Remove the fried mikate and drain on paper towels.

10

Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.

Allergens

milkeggswheat

More Mikate Videos

(6 videos)

Similar NG Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Desserts From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)