Description
Crunchy, buttery, and lightly sweet, Nigerian Chin Chin is the ultimate West African fried snack perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add cold butter and rub into the flour until crumbly.
- Stir in the egg and milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
- Cut dough into small cubes or strips using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
- Fry Chin Chin in batches, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.
Notes
- Let oil return to temperature between batches for even frying.
- Use a slotted spoon to avoid excess oil when removing Chin Chin.
- Cool fully before storing to maintain crispiness.
- Add cinnamon or citrus zest for flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg