Crispy Mandazi Bites
Fried dough pillows that are golden, puffy, and addictive—the Kenyan street food that tastes like a cross between a donut and a savory biscuit. Ready in 15 minutes, no yeast required.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 cups neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl until combined.
- 2
Pour in warm milk and stir until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms, ~1 minute.
- 3
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a pinch of dough sizzles immediately.
- 4
Pinch off walnut-sized pieces of dough and carefully drop them into hot oil, working in batches.
- 5
Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed, turning once with a slotted spoon.
- 6
Drain on paper towels and serve hot, plain or with chili sauce or honey for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- deep skillet (10-inch or larger)
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- thermometer (optional)
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