Merveille
Gato Merveille, made from basic all purpose white flour only is truly of a great wonder to the taste buds of many. It is one of the most popular snacks (or street food) in Mauritius.
Recipe Ingredients
- 300g Plain Flour
- ¾ Cup Oil (for dough)
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- ½ Cup Water
- About 2 Cups Oil (for deep frying)
- Coriander Chutney or Tomato Chutney (for serving)
Instructions
- 1
Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl
- 2
Add about 1/4 cup of oil and mix
- 3
Add the water and mix by hand
- 4
Add the remaining flour and knead until the dough is soft, smooth and elastic
- 5
Rub a little oil over the dough and let it rest for 10-15 minutes
- 6
Divide the dough into small balls
- 7
Dip each ball in flour and roll out into a thin 6-inch circle
- 8
Repeat for all remaining dough balls
- 9
Heat about 2 cups of oil in a wok over medium heat until hot
- 10
Deep fry the merveille, flipping, about 2 minutes on each side until light golden
- 11
Remove and drain on kitchen towel
- 12
Serve with coriander or tomato chutney
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Credits: Source: Cuisine Mauritian