MANDAZI LAINI/ MAKANDAZI/ BEIGNETS

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and still provides moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with unique flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and cardamom in a large bowl.

Add warm milk, yeast, vanilla extract, and optionally baking powder to the dry ingredients.

Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead for a few minutes until smooth.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes if using yeast.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Cut the dough into circles using a cutter or glass.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot.

Fry the dough circles in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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