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Sufganiyah[edit]

A sufganiyah (plural: sufganiyot) is a round, filled doughnut traditionally eaten in Israel and around the world on the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. The sufganiyah is deep-fried, filled with jelly or custard, and topped with powdered sugar.

History[edit]

The tradition of eating fried foods during Hanukkah is linked to the miracle of the oil, where a small amount of oil lasted eight days in the Second Temple of Jerusalem. Sufganiyot have become a popular treat during this festival, symbolizing the oil miracle.

Preparation[edit]

Sufganiyot are made from a sweet, yeast-leavened dough. After the dough rises, it is shaped into balls and deep-fried until golden brown. Once fried, the sufganiyot are filled with various fillings such as strawberry or raspberry jelly, chocolate, or vanilla cream.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional filling is jelly, modern variations include chocolate, vanilla cream, and other gourmet fillings. Some bakeries offer sufganiyot with unique flavors and toppings, catering to diverse tastes.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Sufganiyot are more than just a treat; they are a symbol of the Hanukkah celebration. In Israel, bakeries begin selling sufganiyot weeks before the holiday, and they are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Sufganiyot in Israel[edit]

In Israel, sufganiyot are a staple during Hanukkah. Markets and bakeries, such as those in the Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem, offer a wide variety of sufganiyot, attracting locals and tourists alike.

Modern Trends[edit]

In recent years, the trend of gourmet sufganiyot has grown, with bakeries experimenting with new flavors and toppings. This has led to a wide array of choices, from traditional jelly-filled to exotic and innovative creations.

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-'''Sufganiyah''' (plural: '''Sufganiyot''') is a round [[jelly doughnut]] eaten in [[Israel]] and around the world during the [[Jewish]] holiday of [[Hanukkah]]. The doughnut is deep-fried, filled with jelly or custard, and then topped with powdered sugar.
+= Sufganiyah =
+[[File:Classic_Hanukkah_sufganiyot.JPG|thumb|right|Classic Hanukkah sufganiyot]]
+A '''sufganiyah''' (plural: '''sufganiyot''') is a round, filled doughnut traditionally eaten in [[Israel]] and around the world on the [[Jewish]] holiday of [[Hanukkah]]. The sufganiyah is deep-fried, filled with jelly or custard, and topped with powdered sugar.
 == History ==
-The tradition of eating fried foods during Hanukkah dates back to the Middle Ages, and is in commemoration of the miracle of the [[Menorah]] in the [[Second Temple]] in Jerusalem, where the oil that was supposed to last for one day lasted for eight days. The Sufganiyah, however, is a relatively recent addition to the Hanukkah tradition. The modern Israeli Sufganiyah was largely developed by the [[Histadrut]], the Israeli labor federation, in the 1920s as a way to provide work for Jewish bakers.
+The tradition of eating fried foods during Hanukkah is linked to the [[miracle of the oil]], where a small amount of oil lasted eight days in the [[Second Temple]] of [[Jerusalem]]. Sufganiyot have become a popular treat during this festival, symbolizing the oil miracle.
 == Preparation ==
-The dough for Sufganiyot is made from flour, sugar, yeast, and eggs. It is left to rise for a few hours, then rolled out and cut into circles. A spoonful of jelly or custard is placed in the center of each circle, and then another circle of dough is placed on top. The doughnuts are then deep-fried in hot oil, cooled, and dusted with powdered sugar.
+[[File:Deep-frying_sufganiyot.jpg|thumb|left|Deep-frying sufganiyot]]
+Sufganiyot are made from a sweet, yeast-leavened dough. After the dough rises, it is shaped into balls and deep-fried until golden brown. Once fried, the sufganiyot are filled with various fillings such as [[strawberry]] or [[raspberry]] jelly, [[chocolate]], or [[vanilla]] cream.
 == Variations ==
-While the classic Sufganiyah is filled with red jelly, many variations have developed over the years. Some are filled with different types of jelly or jam, while others are filled with custard or chocolate cream. There are also Sufganiyot that are topped with colored sugar or glazed with chocolate.
+[[File:Chocolate-vanilla_cream_sufganiyot.jpg|thumb|right|Chocolate and vanilla cream sufganiyot]]
+While the traditional filling is jelly, modern variations include chocolate, vanilla cream, and other gourmet fillings. Some bakeries offer sufganiyot with unique flavors and toppings, catering to diverse tastes.
 == Cultural Significance ==
-In Israel, Sufganiyot are widely sold in bakeries and supermarkets during the weeks leading up to Hanukkah. They have become a symbol of the holiday, and eating them is a popular tradition. In recent years, the Sufganiyah has also gained popularity in other countries, particularly in areas with large Jewish populations.
+[[File:Safed_Jewish_Boy.jpg|thumb|left|A Jewish boy enjoying sufganiyot]]
+Sufganiyot are more than just a treat; they are a symbol of the Hanukkah celebration. In Israel, bakeries begin selling sufganiyot weeks before the holiday, and they are enjoyed by people of all ages.
+== Sufganiyot in Israel ==
+[[File:Sufganiyot_at_Mahane_Yehuda_shuk.jpg|thumb|right|Sufganiyot at Mahane Yehuda market]]
+In Israel, sufganiyot are a staple during Hanukkah. Markets and bakeries, such as those in the [[Mahane Yehuda Market]] in [[Jerusalem]], offer a wide variety of sufganiyot, attracting locals and tourists alike.
+== Modern Trends ==
+[[File:Sufganiyot-roladin.jpg|thumb|left|Modern sufganiyot with various toppings]]
+In recent years, the trend of gourmet sufganiyot has grown, with bakeries experimenting with new flavors and toppings. This has led to a wide array of choices, from traditional jelly-filled to exotic and innovative creations.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
-* [[List of doughnut varieties]]
+* [[Hanukkah]]
-* [[List of fried dough foods]]
+* [[Jewish cuisine]]
-* [[List of Israeli dishes]]
+* [[Doughnut]]
+* [[Second Temple]]
-[[Category:Israeli cuisine]]
+[[Category:Jewish cuisine]]
 [[Category:Hanukkah foods]]
 [[Category:Doughnuts]]
-{{Jewish cuisine}}
-{{Hanukkah}}
-{{food-stub}}

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