Puff Puff (Deep-Fried Dough)

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1. 1Step 1: Mix the yeast, sugar, salt, and water, and set aside for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
2. 2Step 2: Add the flour and mix well.
3. 3Step 3: Cover and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
4. 4Step 4: In a large saucepan, heat at least 3 inches of vegetable oil (7-8cm) on low. Too little oil will result in flatter balls.
5. 5Step 5: Test to make sure the oil is hot enough by putting a drop of batter into the oil. If it is not hot enough, the batter stays at the bottom rather than rising to the top.
6. 6Step 6: When the oil is hot enough, grab bits of the mixture with your hands or use a spoon to get small balls of dough and drop them carefully into the oil.
7. 7Step 7: Fry for a few minutes until the bottom side is golden brown. Turn the balls over and fry for a few more minutes until the other side is golden brown.
8. 8Step 8: Use a large spoon or strainer to remove them from the oil. I usually place them on napkins immediately to soak up the excess oil.
9. 9Step 9: If desired, you can roll the finished product in cinnamon or powdered sugar to make it sweeter.