Nigerian Chinchin

Cream butter, cream in sugar. Add eggs and beat well. Mix flour with baking powder and salt. Add enough flour to make a thick dough. Knead lightly till smooth. Roll on a floured board 1/4 inch thick.

Cut into rectangular strips ( 2 x 5 inch ) and cut a slit in center and pull end through to form a loop. Fry in oil a few at a time until golden. Drain well.

Variation: nutmeg, caraway seed or orange rind may be mixed into the flour.

cook's notes

This is a northern Nigerian street food and may be made into any shape although the bow is popular.