What it is
Puff Puff is a deep-fried dough snack made from a yeast-leavened batter of flour, sugar and water, dropped into hot oil by hand or spoon to form soft, airy, golden-brown balls. It has a light, slightly chewy interior and a crisp outer surface.
Key ingredients
- flour
- yeast
- sugar
- water or milk
- nutmeg
- vegetable oil for frying
A list of what goes in, not a recipe. Quantities and method vary by household.
How it is eaten
Puff Puff is eaten by hand, hot or at room temperature, usually as a snack rather than a meal. It is sold by street vendors as a quick bite and also served at parties, weddings and other celebrations across the country.
Cultural significance
Puff Puff is eaten across Nigeria by all ethnic groups and has close cousins across West Africa, such as bofrot in Ghana. It is a common street food and party snack rather than a dish belonging to one group, sold widely by roadside vendors and served at celebrations.
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