Sfenj
Sfenj is a traditional Moroccan doughnut, a light, airy, and ring-shaped fried pastry made from a simple yeast dough. It is typically enjoyed plain or dusted with sugar, and is a beloved street food and breakfast item across North Africa.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a fried, dough-based pastry, sfenj is high in carbohydrates and fats, providing a quick source of energy. A single piece contains roughly 200-300 calories, with minimal protein and small amounts of iron from the flour.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 190 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Folate | 55 µg |
| Potassium | 65 mg |
| Magnesium | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Selenium | 8 µg |
Per 1 sfenj (about 70 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, sfenj is a communal food, often sold by vendors who fry them fresh on the spot, and its name comes from the Arabic word for 'sponge,' referencing its absorbent, holey texture perfect for dipping in tea or coffee.
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