Vetkoek is a traditional South African fried dough bread. The vetkoek forms a part of South African culture. It is similar to the Caribbean Johnny cake, the Dutch oliebol, and the Mexican sopaipillas. It is also known by the Xhosa and Zulu name igwinya. The word vetkoek literally means “fat cake” in Afrikaans.
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What is the English name for vetkoek?
The word vetkoek literally means “fat cake” in Afrikaans. It is similar in shape to a doughnut without a hole, and is made with a yeast dough.
What is the difference between Magwenya and vetkoek?
Bostwana’s beloved magwenya, known as vetkoek in South Africa and fetcook in Zimbabwe, translates to “fat cake”—and while there are slight regional differences, all their cooking entails frying lightly sweetened batter in oil.
What is the origin of the word vetkoek?
It is thought to have its origins from the Dutch oliebollen, which date from the time of the migration period. The word “vetkoek” literally means “fat cake” in Afrikaans or “fat cookie” in Dutch.
Is vetkoek healthy?
Traditional vetkoek is loaded with carbs and fats which means that it’s a big no-no for people who follow a low carb diet but, that’s about to change.