Mandazi

Indulge in the warm, spiced goodness of Mandazi, a delightful East African coconut doughnut. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these lightly sweetened treats are infused with cardamom and deep-fried to golden perfection.

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• as needed oil for frying

Method

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom. Mix well.

2. 2

   Add coconut milk and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let it rest for 30 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.

4. 4

   After resting, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into triangular or circular shapes.

5. 5

   In a deep frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, fry the mandazi in batches until golden brown on both sides.

6. 6

   Remove the mandazi from the oil and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

7. 7

   Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar, and enjoy with tea or coffee.