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Fried dough is a North American food associated with outdoor food stands in carnivals amusement parks fairs rodeos and seaside resorts (though it can be made at home). Fried dough is the specific name for a particular variety of fried bread made of a yeast dough; see the accompanying images for an example of use on carnival-booth signs. Fried dough is also known as fry dough fry bread fried bread doughboys elephant ears scones frying saucers buñuelos in the case of smaller pieces.