Chin Chin (Fried Dough Snacks)

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg.
2. 2Add 1/2 cup of vegetable oil and 1/2 cup of water to the bowl. Mix with your hands or a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
3. 3Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, pressing and folding it until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. 4Roll out the dough very thinly, about 1/16th of an inch thick. Cut the dough into small squares or rectangles, approximately 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch.
5. 5Pour 2 cups of vegetable oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
6. 6Carefully add the cut dough pieces to the hot oil in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Chin Chin are golden brown and crispy. They will make a gentle crackling sound as they fry.
7. 7Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried Chin Chin from the oil. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
8. 8Allow the Chin Chin to cool completely on the paper towels for at least 30 minutes before serving. This ensures they are fully crisp.

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