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MANDAZI

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Cups Mandazi flour(375 g), plus more for dusting plus more for dusting
  • 100 gms Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Baking powder
  • 2 tsp Ground cardamom
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • oil, for frying

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.
    Make a well in the center, then use a rubber spatula to mix in the egg and coconut milk until the dough comes together.
    Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
    Dive the dough into 4 portions.
    Roll out 1 portion of dough into a circle about ¼-inch (6 ml) thick.
    Cut into 8 triangles.
    Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
    Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C).
    Working in batches, fry the mandazi for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
    Serve as breakfast or a snack with Kenyan coffee or chai. Enjoy!