Name: Kabalagala Ugandan Pancakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2½ cups cassava flour; 15 ripe sweet bananas; Water (room temperature); ½ tsp baking powder; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ cup sugar; Vegetable oil (for deep frying))

How to make Ugandan Pancakes (kabalagala)

Kabalagala Ugandan Pancakes

African Vibes Recipes

Discover the delicious taste of Ugandan Pancakes, also known as Kabalagala. Made with cassava flour and ripe bananas, these pancakes are a beloved snack in Uganda, perfect for breakfast or as a treat. They're simple to make, wonderfully addictive, and fun for kids to help with too!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course Breakfasts, Snacks

Cuisine Ugandan Cuisine

Servings

Equipment

Ingredients

2½ cups cassava flour
15 ripe sweet bananas
Water (room temperature)
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup sugar
Vegetable oil for deep frying)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

Ensure your hands are clean, as this recipe involves a lot of hand mixing.
Peel the bananas and smash them with your hands until they are very soft.

Mix the Dough:

In a large bowl, mix the cassava flour with baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Add the smashed bananas to the flour mixture. Mix well until combined.
Gradually add water to the mixture and knead until the dough is soft but not sticky.

Shape the Pancakes:

Place the dough on a chopping board. Roll it out to your desired thickness.
Use a glass or cup to cut out circular shapes from the dough.

Fry the Pancakes:

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Carefully place the shaped dough into the hot oil, deep frying until the pancakes are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the pancakes from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve:

Enjoy the pancakes warm, perfect for breakfast or as a snack. You can experiment by adding cinnamon, chili powder, or vanilla to the batter for different flavors.

Notes

Recipe Tips or Cooking Tips:

Clean Hands: Since this recipe involves a lot of hand mixing, ensure your hands are clean to maintain hygiene.
Custom Flavors: Add cinnamon, vanilla, or chili powder to the batter for a unique twist on the traditional recipe.
Frying: Be cautious when frying to avoid oil splashes, especially if kids are helping in the kitchen.
Kid-Friendly: This is a great recipe to make with kids, as it’s simple and doesn’t take much time to prepare.

Keyword banana pancakes, traditional Ugandan snack, Ugandan pancakes

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