Dairy-Free Dabo Kolo (Ethiopian Fried Bread Snacks)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups of All-Purpose Flour, 1/2 cup of Water, 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon of Berbere Spice Blend, and 1/2 teaspoon of Salt. Mix with your hands or a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
2. 2Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for 5 minutes, pressing and folding it until it becomes smooth and elastic. This helps develop the gluten for a better texture.
3. 3On the same lightly floured surface, roll out the dough as thinly as possible, aiming for about 1/16th of an inch thick. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small, bite-sized shapes, such as 2.54 cm squares or diamond shapes.
4. 4Pour the 2 cups of Vegetable Oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot or a deep fryer. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a tiny piece of dough into it; it should sizzle immediately.
5. 5Carefully add the cut dough pieces to the hot oil in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry the dough pieces for 2 to 4 minutes per batch, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and appear crispy.
6. 6Using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, remove the fried dough pieces from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat this process with the remaining dough pieces.
7. 7Allow the Dabo Kolo to cool slightly on the paper towels for a few minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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