Delicious Mini Mandazi
Delicious Mini Mandazi
Mini Mandazi is a popular East African snack that is sweet, soft, and incredibly delicious. Made with just four simple ingredients, these bite-sized treats are perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a snack. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed with tea, coffee, or on their own.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups self-raising flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 tso cardamom powder (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of self-raising flour, sugar, and cardamom powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- Pour in the warm milk and melted unsalted butter into the dry mixture. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
Knead the Dough:
- Switch to using your hands and knead the dough for 5-8 minutes. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of flour while kneading until you achieve a smooth, soft dough.
Rest the Dough:
- Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Roll and Cut the Dough:
- After resting, divide the dough into two portions. Dust your working surface with flour and roll each portion to about 1/2 inch thickness.Cut the rolled dough into small squares or your preferred shapes.
Fry the Mandazi:
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Carefully drop the cut mandazi pieces into the hot oil.Fry, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes).Remove the mandazi from the oil and drain on a kitchen towel to remove excess oil.
Serve:
- Enjoy your Mini Mandazi warm with tea, coffee, or as a snack.
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Notes
Recipe Tips
- Avoid High Heat: Fry the mandazi on medium to medium-low heat to ensure they cook evenly inside and out without burning.
- Shape Variety: Feel free to cut the dough into different shapes such as triangles, circles, or rectangles.
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