{"id":"recipe_3088e1d0cd","slug":"thai-fried-dough-patongko","title":"Thai Fried Dough (Patongko)","description":"Golden, crispy on the outside and airy on the inside, these iconic Thai deep-fried dough sticks are a staple breakfast street food, traditionally served with sweetened condensed milk or warm soy milk.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":135,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"400g All-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":400,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"Sifted","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 tsp Instant yeast","name":"Instant Yeast","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"dry","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tsp Baking powder","name":"Baking Powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/2 tsp Baking soda","name":"Baking Soda","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp Sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"White sugar","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"250ml Warm water","name":"Warm Water","quantity":250,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"warm","notes":"Around 38°C (100°F)","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tbsp Vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"For the dough","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"Oil for deep frying","name":"Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"quart","form":"liquid","notes":"High smoke point oil","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix well.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, baking powder, and baking soda","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a separate container, dissolve the sugar and salt into the warm water (38°C (100°F)). Stir in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"In a separate container, dissolve the sugar and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spoon or your hands until a sticky dough forms. Do not over-knead; just ensure all flour is hydrated.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Gradually pour the wet mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let the dough rest in a warm place for about 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.","group":"Resting","title":"Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Resting"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Lightly flour your work surface. Gently stretch the dough into a long rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into strips of about 1 inch wide and 2-3 inches long.","group":"Shaping","title":"Lightly flour your work surface","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"To pair them, take two strips. Use a skewer dipped in water to dab a line down the center of one strip. Place the other strip on top and press gently in the middle with the skewer to stick them together.","group":"Shaping","title":"To pair them, take two strips","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (356°F). Gently stretch the paired dough sticks slightly and drop them into the oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently to ensure even cooking.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil in a deep pan","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Frying"}],"notes":"Resting the dough for at least 2 hours is essential to develop the gluten and create the signature airy texture. For the best result, use a high-smoke point oil like vegetable or palm oil for deep frying.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Thai"]},"course":["side","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["deep fryer or deep pan","mixing bowl","slotted spoon","wooden skewer"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":16,"unit":"stick","note":"Approximately 16-20 paired dough sticks"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Dough can be prepared and kept in the fridge overnight. Let it come to room temperature before shaping."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Best eaten fresh. If needed, store in an airtight container and reheat in an air fryer to restore crispiness.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat at 180°C (356°F) for 2-3 minutes in an air fryer."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_3088e1d0cd%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0538758f-5091-41d1-bff9-e750519cc694","imageAlt":"Thai Fried Dough (Patongko) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["thai","dough","street food","breakfast","fried","patongko","snack"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Thai Fried Dough (Patongko)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T20:24:33.890Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T20:24:33.890Z","related":[{"id":"banh_trang_tron_d4f3bf1d89","slug":"banh-trang-tron-vietnamese-mixed-rice-paper","title":"Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vietnamese Mixed Rice Paper)","description":"A popular and addictive Vietnamese street food snack featuring chewy rice paper strips tossed with savory jerky, tart green mango, aromatic Vietnamese coriander, and a spicy, tangy dressing.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbanh_trang_tron_d4f3bf1d89%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=294e130b-c295-4b32-89de-a9db875c890f","imageAlt":"Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vietnamese Mixed Rice Paper) — recipe cover","tags":["street food","spicy","tangy","chewy","vietnamese snack"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":12,"stepCount":6},{"id":"pisang_goreng_e3ba3288a8","slug":"pisang-goreng-southeast-asian-fried-bananas","title":"Pisang Goreng (Southeast Asian Fried Bananas)","description":"A popular Southeast Asian snack featuring ripe bananas dipped in a light, crunchy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. 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