Mandazi (Fried Bread)
by Oven & Grill (@ksoulf00d)Mandazi is a popular East African fried bread, often enjoyed with tea for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
I am sharing this simple recipe that was taught to me by my grandmother, as a first-timer.
Ingredients
- 4cupsall-purpose flour
- 1tbspbaking powder
- 2tbspsugar
- 1tbspsalted butter
- 1/4tspsalt
- 351mLwarm water
- 1large egg
- 3Loil for deep frying
How to make Mandazi (Fried Bread)
Add all the dry ingredients and mix well.
Add butter and rub into the flour until you get a crumbly texture.
Add the egg and mix, then add water and continue working the dough for at least 4-5 minutes.
Cover the dough with clear wrap or foil and let it rest for at least 1-2 hours.
Cut the dough into 4 equal sized balls.
Pour the cooking oil into a pan and preheat to 190-200 degrees Celsius.
Roll each ball and cut into quarters, then deep fry them until golden brown.
Serve with hot tea.
Tips & Tricks
Mandazi is mainly taken with tea for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Reviews
lj1961
Thank you Keren for this amazing recipe! This turned out to be delicious! Making them again next week.
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Oven & Grill
(@ksoulf00d)
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