June 21, 2025

Mandazi

Mandazi is a slightly sweet, deep-fried doughnuts, triangular or round, popular as a breakfast or snack item.

Ingredients:

All-purpose flour (2 cups)

Sugar (1/4 cup)

Baking powder (2 tablespoon)

Coconut milk (1/2 cup)

Egg (1)

Cardamom (1/2 tablespoon)

Oil for frying.

Preparation

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder and cardamom.

Beat egg into coconut milk, then combine with dry ingredients to form a soft dough.

Knead lightly, roll out to 1/4-inch thickness, cut into triangles.

Fry in hot oil (350°F) for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.

Drain on paper towels.

Serve with chai.