Chin Chin

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Add margarine or butter and combine until crumbly.
2. 2
   In another bowl, add sugar and evaporated milk, stir, and set aside to let sugar dissolve.
3. 3
   Make a well in the flour mixture, add egg and evaporated milk mixture, combine, and roll dough into a ball.
4. 4
   On a lightly floured surface, knead dough for about 2 minutes until very smooth. Then roll out to about 3/8-inch thick. Using a pastry cutter wheel or pizza cutter, cut dough into long 1/2-inch strips and then cut across to make 1/2-inch square shape. Sprinkle a little bit of flour and separate.
5. 5
   In a medium saucepan, heat oil to 360° F. Pour dough into heated oil and stir continuously with a slotted spoon, frying for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown. Take out of oil and place on parchment paper or a paper towel. Leave to cool, then store in an airtight container.
6. 6
   You can eat Chin Chin plain-this is the way it's eaten in Nigeria. For a more festive option, make long strips with a slightly twisted shape and dip in chocolate sauce to serve. Alternatively, store the square Chin Chin in a mason jar and tie it with a festive ribbon as a great gift option.