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Traditional Newfoundland Touton
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Traditional Newfoundland Touton

A traditional Newfoundland dish, toutons are small pieces of fried bread dough that are typically served as a side dish, often with scrunchions (small pieces of fried salted pork fat) and molasses. They are a staple in many Newfoundland households and are often served at family gatherings and special occasions. The combination of the crispy, golden-brown bread and the savory, sweet flavors of the scrunchions and molasses is a match made in heaven.

Time Cook
20
Level
Beginner
Calories
350
Allergens
Gluten, Pork

Ingredients

2 cups
All-purpose flour
250 Calories
1 teaspoon
Baking powder
0 Calories
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
0 Calories
1 tablespoon
Sugar
50 Calories
1/2 cup
Milk
50 Calories
1 large
Egg
70 Calories
2 tablespoons
Butter
140 Calories
1/4 cup
Scruncheons (small pieces of fried salted pork fat)
100 Calories
2 tablespoons
Molasses
100 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk until well combined.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
3
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4
Divide the dough into 6-8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten slightly into a disk shape.
5
Heat a large frying pan with about 1/2 inch of oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the toutons and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6
Remove the toutons from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with scrunchions and molasses.

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