Algerian Sfenj with Honey and Orange Blossom
Sfenj, that soft and golden Algerian doughnut, is a true treasure of street pastry. You will love its intoxicating scent of orange blossom and its honey coating that lightly caramelises. Did you know that Algerian cuisine is full of sweets like this, often prepared for snack time or celebrations? Typical spices like cinnamon or orange blossom are queens. Unlike spicier Moroccan couscous, Algerian couscous often favours softer, herbaceous flavours, but here, make way for sweet! This sfenj is perfect for an Algerian tea-time: crispy outside, melting inside, it is devoured while still hot. Let yourself be tempted by this simple and authentic delicacy.
Ingredients
- flour250 g
- fine semolina50 g
- baker's yeast1 packet (7 g)
- sugar1 tsp
- salt1/2 tsp
- warm water200 ml
- sunflower oil1 tbsp + for frying
- honey3 tbsp
- orange blossom water2 tbsp
- orange zest1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix the flour, semolina, yeast, sugar and salt. Gradually add the warm water and knead until you get a smooth dough. Incorporate the sunflower oil and knead for another 2 minutes.
- 2
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm place until it doubles in volume.
- 3
Heat the frying oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Take small balls of dough with lightly oiled hands and shape them into rings by gently stretching them.
- 4
Dip the dough rings into the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
In a small saucepan, warm the honey with the orange blossom water and orange zest. Dip the hot sfenj into this fragrant syrup or brush them with it.
- 6
Serve immediately, optionally dusted with icing sugar. Enjoy warm to appreciate all their softness.
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