Nigerian Chin Chin

4.8

(5)

8 Reviews

Small, crunchy cookie-like bites of fried dough that are great for snacking.

By Ozoz Sokoh

Ozoz Sokoh Ozoz Sokoh is a food explorer focused on celebrating and documenting West African culinary heritage.

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Updated on November 8, 2026

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Why It Works

Adding baking powder lightens the dough, helping it to fry up crisp and crunchy.

Grating cold butter over the flour distributes the fat evenly throughout the dough.

Freshly grated citrus zest adds a bright flavor and a citrusy aroma.

Heating the oil back to 360°F between batches helps each batch achieve a consistent golden brown.

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