Nigerian Buns
Crisp outside, soft and crumbly inside, these nutmeg scented fried buns are a classic Nigerian snack.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.33 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg and salt in a bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until like fine breadcrumbs.
- 2
Beat the egg, milk and vanilla together and pour into the flour. Mix to a soft dough that holds together but is not sticky, adding a splash more milk if dry.
- 3
Rest the dough for 10 minutes.
10 min - 4
Roll into 14 balls the size of a golf ball.
- 5
Heat the oil in a deep pan to 170C. Fry 4 or 5 buns at a time on a medium heat for 6 minutes, turning, until deep golden and cooked through.
6 min - 6
Drain on kitchen paper. Eat warm or cold.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
