Mandazi african donuts –Hey there, food lovers! Today I’m bringing you a mouthwatering treat that’s sure to sweeten your day. Let’s dive into the world of Mandazi, those delightful East African donuts that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Let’s get started!
Mandazi (East African Donuts)
Feast your eyes on this delicious version of Mandazi! Just look at how tempting that golden brown color is.
Now, let’s break down what you need to whip up these golden goodies. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup coconut milk (or regular milk)
- 1/4 cup water (or as needed)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Oil for frying
Got everything? Great! Let’s move on to the fun part, making these delightful donuts:
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, and water until well blended.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour, or if too dry, add more water.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes. This is key to achieving that soft texture.
- Once rested, roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thick and cut it into desired shapes—round, triangles, whatever you like!
- In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Test if it’s hot enough by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil; if it bubbles and rises to the top, you’re ready to fry.
- Fry the donuts in batches, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side.
- Once done, remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Let them cool for a few minutes, then dig in while they’re still warm!
And there you have it, your own batch of irresistible Mandazi! Share them with family, friends, or just enjoy them all by yourself—no judgment here. Happy frying!