Zambian Food | Vitumbuwa (Fritters) Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing a creamy texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

Combine rice flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Mix coconut milk and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients.

Add the yeast mixture to the bowl and stir until smooth.

Cover the batter and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Spoon the batter into the hot oil, forming small cakes.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.

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