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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
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 tablespoons melted margarine
1/4 cup sugar
4 cups oil for frying

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Combine flour, sugar, cardamom, yeast, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until well mixed.

2

In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: add egg and milk, reserving some milk for later.

3

Create a well in the dry ingredients and add the wet mixture, using a wooden spoon to combine.

4

Gradually add the reserved milk until the desired consistency is reached, then mix with hands.

5

Knead the dough for about 10-15 minutes, adding more flour if it gets sticky, until smooth.

6

Transfer the dough to a bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for about an hour until doubled in size.

7

After rising, knead the dough for another minute, then divide it into portions.

8

Roll out the dough to a thickness that is not too thin, cutting into desired shapes with a cutter and knife.

9

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat and fry the dough pieces until golden brown, flipping as needed.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

large bowlwhiskrolling pinknifecookie cutterdeep panpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggscoconut

Also Known As

African doughnutSwahili doughnut

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