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Mandazi
Mandazi is a traditional East African recipe for a classic snack of yeasted dough flavoured with cardamom that's deep fried before serving. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic East African version of: Mandazi.
prep time
20 minutes
cook time
20 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
Additional Time:
(+2 hours proving)
Makes:
12
Rating: 
Tags : Spice RecipesBread RecipesEast-africa Recipes
Mandazi (also known as Maandazi, Mahamri or Mamri) are East African fried breads popular to Swahili areas of Kenya and Tanzania where they are typically consumed with tea or coffee at breakfast time.
Ingredients:
480ml warm water
1 tsp dry yeast (or 2 tsp
baking powder)
800g plain flour
100g sugar
1/4 tsp of an equal mixture of
cardamom,
cinnamon,
allspice and
ginger
2 tbsp butter
60ml milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
pinch of salt
oil for deep frying
Method:
If using yeast mix with 1 tbsp warm water. Meanwhile combine the flour, baking powder (if using), sugar and spice together and add the yeast. In a separate bowl add the water, butter, milk and egg together. Gradually add this mixture to the flour mix while mixing continually. Knead until a smooth and elastic dough is formed (about 20 minutes). If using yeast place the dough in a clean, greased, bowl and cover with a cloth. Allow to raise in a warm place for at least an hour until doubled in size. (if using baking powder simply allow the dough to rest for a few minutes.)
When ready divide the dough into several hand-sized pieces. Press the pieces into circles about 1.5cm thick then cut into halves or quarters. If using yeast place on a baking tray, cover and allow to rise a second time.
In a deep-sided frying pan heat about 500ml of vegetable oil. Test with a spare piece of dough. This should sizzle when placed in the oil if the oil is hot enough. Fry the dough pieces in the hot oil, turning a few times, until they are golden brown all over. Place on kitchen paper to drain then fry the next batch. Serve warm with tea or coffee.
