The surprising culinary origins of the beloved doughnut

June 22: Inventing A Hole · 4:38 · Video: Today I Found Out · Watch at the source

In short: While doughnuts feel like a timeless snack, their ancestors were quite different. This video explores how ancient civilizations transformed simple pastry dough into sweet or savory treats.

Long before modern bakeries, ancient Greeks and Romans enjoyed fried pastry strips. Depending on the region, these doughy treats were glazed with honey or even fish sauce.

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