SA Recipes Magwinya

Making Magwinyas !

Origin story:

Rumour has it: Magwinya is believed to have originated from the Xhosa people in South Africa. The Xhosa people are known for traditional cooking, so it’s no surprise that they would come up with a delicious snack like the Magwinya. Magwinya’s are a very popular treat enjoyed right across the African continent.

Depending on where you are from, you will hear names such as Magwinya / Amagwinya / Mafetcook / Vetkoek / Fat Cakes.

Ingredients :

What do you need ?

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups warm water

Instructions:

How is it made?

In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.

Add the water and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and mix into a soft dough.

Cover the mixture with a tea towel and allow to rise for about one hour. The dough should roughly double in size.

Mix further and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Heat a large pot of vegetable oil over a medium flame for deep frying. Test the temperature of the oil by dropping a little batter in. If it sizzles, you’re ready to start frying.

With a tablespoon, add dollops of dough into the oil, using a second spoon to help push the dough down if necessary. Make sure you turn them frequently until golden brown.

Drain over paper towels and serve whilst they are warm.

Once ready, the Magwinya’s can be served with a variety of fillings such as mince, cheese, polony, jam, or anything else you want!

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