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Bichocoy / Bitsukoy

Bitsukoy / Bichocoy is an all-time favorite snack! As simple as it may seem (it's just sugar-rolled deep-fried dough), it's a delicious snack or even dessert as it could be the local version of a doughnut. While appearance may differ - some as twisted and others are really doughnut shaped, it basically tastes the same. A treat that brings back the taste memories at the same time satisfy one's craving witha sweet and delightful bite.
Here's a simple recipe for Bichocoy / Bitsukoy

Ingredients
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon yeast 
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter – cold/solid cubed 
  • 1/2 cup water, lukewarm
  • Sugar, for coating
  • Oil
How to make Bitsukoy
  1. In a bowl, combine flour, butter, salt, sugar and yeast. Mix well.
  2. Crack the egg into the mixture then add lukewarm water.Mix well.
  3. Knead the dough in a clean and floured surface until smooth and elastic. Let is rise for 1-2 hours.
  4. Divide the dough into 10-12 pieces or depending on the size you want. Let it rise for another 30 minutes. 
  5. Pour enough oil in a pan or deep-fryer.
  6. Fry the dough 2-3 minutes or until it turns golden brown. Set aside to let it cool. 
  7. Roll the cooked dough in sugar until all the surface is covered.

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Anonymous said…
sarap ng bichocoy. Parang local donuts lang ito
January 13, 2016 at 8:35 AM
Tiger said…
Your instruction in number 4 is lacking of procedure. For people who do not know how to bake and just depend on the instructions will not be able to attain the right outcome of this recipe. You just said divide the dough into pieces and let it rise.
January 24, 2017 at 11:34 PM

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