Chin Chin (Fried Snack)
Chin chin is a popular deep‑fried snack across Nigeria, also known as:
- Atchomon in Togo & Benin
- Achomo in Ghana
- Croquette or Chin Chin in Cameroon
Description
- Texture: Crunchy, bite‑sized pieces
- Shape: Typically 1 inch squares, ~¼ inch thick (can be cut into various shapes)
- Variants:
- May include cowpeas in the dough
- Often flavored with ground nutmeg
Ingredients
- Base Dough:
- Wheat flour
- Sugar
- Butter (or margarine)
- Milk
- Optional Additions:
- Eggs
- Baking powder
- Nutmeg or other spices
Preparation
- Mix flour, sugar, butter, milk (and any optional ingredients) into a firm dough.
- Knead until smooth and elastic.
- Roll out to ~¼ inch thickness.
- Cut into small squares or desired shapes.
- Deep‑fry in hot vegetable oil until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and cool before serving.
Similar Snacks
- Klenät (Scandinavia): Baked or fried donut‑like wheat dough
- Adalu (Yoruba): Beans & corn pottage (different category, but similarly traditional)