3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g), plus more for dusting
½ cup sugar (100 g)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 egg, beaten
13 ½ oz coconut milk (400 mL), 1 can
oil, for frying
Nutrition Info
Calories 72
Fat 2g
Carbs 10g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 1g
Protein 1g
How to Make It
1. Step
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Make a well in the center, then use a rubber spatula to mix in the egg and coconut milk until the dough comes together.
2. Step
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth. Dive the dough into 4 portions. Roll out 1 portion of dough into a circle about ¼-inch (6 ml) thick. Cut into 8 triangles. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
3. Step
Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C).
4. Step
Working in batches, fry the mandazi for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve as breakfast or a snack with 5. Kenyan coffee or chai.
