{"id":"vetkoek_d44e4ba507","slug":"vetkoek","title":"Vetkoek","description":"A traditional South African fried dough bread that is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. It is perfect for breakfast or snacks, served with savory fillings like curried mince or sweet toppings like jam and cheese.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":85,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g All-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"cup","form":"all-purpose","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"5ml Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"15ml Sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":12,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"white granulated","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"7g Instant dry yeast","name":"Dry Yeast","quantity":7,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.25,"usUnit":"oz","form":"instant dry","notes":"1 packet","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"375ml Lukewarm water","name":"Warm Water","quantity":375,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"lukewarm","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Vegetable oil for deep frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"qt","form":"liquid","notes":"enough for deep frying","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and instant dry yeast.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine the flour, salt, sugar, and instant dry yeast","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Gradually add the lukewarm water to the dry ingredients. Mix and then knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Gradually add the lukewarm water","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and place it in a warm area. Let the dough rise for about 60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.","group":"Rising","title":"Cover the bowl with a clean cloth","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Rising"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Punch down the dough to release the air. Shape the dough into small balls or flat discs about the size of your palm.","group":"Shaping","title":"Punch down the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (177°C). Carefully drop the dough portions into the hot oil.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Fry until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.","group":"Frying","title":"Fry until they are golden brown","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Frying"}],"notes":"Ensure the water is lukewarm to the touch; if it is too hot, it will kill the yeast. For a more authentic experience, serve these warm immediately after frying.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["South African"]},"course":["main","side"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["large mixing bowl","heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer","paper towels","slotted spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes approximately 12 medium-sized vetkoek"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared and kept in the fridge overnight for frying the next morning."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover vetkoek in an airtight container at room temperature. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to regain crispiness.","reheatingNotes":"Avoid the microwave if possible, as it makes the dough chewy rather than crispy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fvetkoek_d44e4ba507%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a5ec08bb-1676-46c3-8d40-ef39163fd5d6","imageAlt":"Vetkoek — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["traditional","bread","comfort food","deep fried","south african"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Vetkoek","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:59:04.561Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:59:04.561Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_17142e2daf","slug":"asida-traditional-african-porridge","title":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge)","description":"A thick, smooth, cooked flour pudding popular across North and East Africa, typically served with melted butter and honey or date syrup for a comforting breakfast.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":25,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Sudanese","Libyan"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_17142e2daf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e46cb0f8-07cd-453d-8e07-df1274fe8fc9","imageAlt":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge) — recipe cover","tags":["porridge","traditional","sweet","dough","filling","soft"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"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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