Kalimati Recipe - East African Kaimati - Sweet Dumplings

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option while regular milk is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup provides a similar sweetness with a lower glycemic index.

yeast

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Baking powder can be a quicker alternative for leavening.

Mix plain flour, yogurt, and melted butter in a large bowl.

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

Combine the yeast mixture with the flour mixture.

Add warm water as needed to form a smooth dough.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

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

Scoop small portions of dough and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.

Remove Kaimati from the oil and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pot, combine sugar and water; heat until sugar dissolves.

Add cardamom powder and optional rose water to the syrup; stir to combine.

Drizzle the sugar syrup over the fried Kaimati.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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