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Medium 1 hr 29 min~200 kcal 5/10
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Sfenj
A North African street doughnut of loose yeasted dough, fried into airy rings with a crisp edge and soft center.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 34 min📖 1 min readServes 6~248 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 15 min cook 59 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 34 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating59 min
- Cooking15 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 400 g Flour
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Dry yeast
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Sugar
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
- 320 ml Water
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Sunflower oil
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Instructions
- 1
Stir the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and water with a spoon for 5 minutes, until a sticky dough forms.
5 min05:00 - 2
Let the dough rise for 45 minutes so it gains volume and becomes airy inside.
45 min45:00 - 3
Oil your hands, pull off pieces of dough, and open the centers to make rings.
- 4
Fry the rings in 170°C oil for 6 minutes in total, until both sides brown.
6 min06:00 - 5
Drain the rings on a rack for 3 minutes and serve hot.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: The soft, sticky dough texture helps the inside of sfenj turn airy and open.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot while the outside is crisp.
Nutrition (per serving)
~248
kcal calories
5
g protein
36
g carbs
8
g fat
Protein 8%Carbs 61%Fat 31%
GI 23 · Low GIGL 8 · Low GL
1.6g
Sugar
2.2g
Fiber
198.1mg
Sodium
6.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Sfenj make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Sfenj take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 15 minutes, including 59 minutes of passive resting; 94 minutes in total.Is Sfenj difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sfenj have?
Approximately 248 kcal per serving. Protein: 5g, carbs: 36g, fat: 8g.Which allergens does Sfenj contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Sfenj belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Sfenj need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Sfenj filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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