ABOUT THE BEST MANDAZI YOU'VE HAD OF!

Ingredients

• 3 cups Kaswa flour (375 g), plus more for dusting

• ½ cup sugar(100 g)

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• 2 teaspoons ground cardamom(optional)

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 egg, beaten

• 400ml of milk or 1 can

• oil, for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Use a rubber spatula to mix in the egg and milk until the dough comes together.

2. Turn the dough out onto a floured flat 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. Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C).

4. 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 chai.

5. Enjoy the results!