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Mandazi

Cultural Context

Mandazi, originating from the Swahili coast of East Africa, is a beloved snack often enjoyed with tea or coffee. Its lightly sweetened dough, fried to golden perfection, reflects the region's rich culinary traditions. Today, mandazi is popular across East Africa and has inspired variations in other parts of the world, showcasing its versatility and appeal.

SwahiliKEdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon margarine
coconut milk (amount not specified)
salt (amount not specified)
cooking oil (for frying)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while providing a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

1

Add 1 teaspoon of baking powder to 3 cups of all-purpose flour in a bowl.

2

Add a quarter cup of sugar and some salt to the bowl.

3

Whisk the dry ingredients together until combined.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of margarine and rub it into the flour until it resembles clumps.

5

Add coconut milk in intervals while working the dough with fingertips until a dough forms.

6

Sprinkle some all-purpose flour on the countertop and knead the dough for around 5 minutes until soft and slightly sticky.

7

Cut the dough into around five equal pieces and roll each into a ball.

8

Roll out the dough into a thin sheet using a rolling pin.

9

Cut the rolled dough into quarters to form triangles.

10

Heat cooking oil in a frying pan until bubbling.

11

Carefully place the mandazi into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, flipping as necessary.

12

Remove the mandazi with a skimmer and let excess oil drip off.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

bowlwhiskrolling pinknifefrying panskimmer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluteneggscoconut

Also Known As

African doughnutSwahili doughnut

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