Koeksister And Koe'sister
The South African donuts
A koeksister is a traditional
Afrikaner confectionery made of fried dough infused in syrup or
honey.
There is also a Cape Malay version of the dish,
which is a fried ball of dough that is rolled in desiccated coconut
called a koesister.
The Koeksisters
The Koeksisters roots can be traced back to Dutch who arrived in South Africa in 1652, bringing with them recipes for doughnuts and a sweet bowtie-shaped pastry made from pasta dough.
The Koesisters
The Koesister is a delightful nugget of Cape Malay culture, a community of people in South Africa descended from Southeast Asian in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Koesister is rich in symbolism and flavour, typically showcasing Cape Malays signature blend of sweet and spicy.