{"id":"chin_chin_fdbd354eae","slug":"chin-chin","title":"Chin Chin","description":"A classic West African crunchy fried dough snack that is perfectly sweet, buttery, and addictive. Often served at parties and during holiday seasons.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":25,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g All-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"4","usUnit":"cup","form":"sifted","notes":"all-purpose","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"100g Granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"75g Unsalted butter","name":"Butter","quantity":75,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2.6,"usUnit":"oz","form":"cold cubes","notes":"unsalted","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 Large egg","name":"Egg","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"room temperature","group":"Wet Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"125ml Whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":125,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"whole milk preferred","group":"Wet Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp Ground nutmeg","name":"Nutmeg","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 tsp Baking powder","name":"Baking Powder","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/4 tsp Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"fine sea salt","group":"Dry Ingredients","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"Vegetable oil for deep frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"qt","form":"liquid","notes":"neutral flavor","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, ground nutmeg, salt, and baking powder until well combined.","group":"Preparation","title":"In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, ground nutmeg, salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.","group":"Preparation","title":"Add the cubed butter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. Gradually pour the liquid into the flour mixture, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a stiff dough forms.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk the egg and milk together","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute until smooth. Do not over-knead.","group":"Preparation","title":"Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small squares or strips (about 1cm x 1cm).","group":"Preparation","title":"Roll the dough out","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 180°C (356°F). Fry the dough pieces in batches, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and crunchy. This should take about 3-5 minutes per batch.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Use a slotted spoon to remove the Chin Chin from the oil and drain on paper towels. Allow to cool completely before serving.","group":"Cooking","title":"Use a slotted spoon","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Ensure the oil is not too hot; otherwise, the Chin Chin will brown too quickly on the outside while remaining raw inside. For a crunchier texture, roll the dough thinner.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["West African","Nigerian"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Large mixing bowl","Rolling pin","Knife or pizza cutter","Deep pot or deep fryer","Slotted spoon","Paper towels"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":800,"unit":"g","note":"Makes a large bowl of snacks"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Dough can be prepared 1 day in advance and kept refrigerated."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature once fully cooled to maintain crunch.","reheatingNotes":"Not recommended to reheat; best served at room temperature."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fchin_chin_fdbd354eae%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4ee0044-4fc7-474e-b785-f4cebb97829b","imageAlt":"Chin Chin — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["crunchy","fried dough","sweet","west african","party food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Chin Chin","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:28:49.281Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:28:49.281Z","related":[{"id":"boli_cb6fb8f7eb","slug":"boli-roasted-plantain","title":"Boli (Roasted Plantain)","description":"A beloved West African street food staple consisting of sweet, ripe plantains grilled until caramelized and smoky. 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