If you think of an “a Nairobian snack”, probably the first image that pops into mind is the Samosa. These little fried parcels of flaky-yet-tender pastry, stuffed to the brim with spiced potatoes and other ingredients, are pretty much my idea of the Kenya’s greatest savory snack.Not only are they insanely delicious, but they’re also […]
Mandazi Ingredients : Mandazi Recipe
Mandazi is an African word meaning doughnut. Hear is a simple recipe guide that will help you make tasty fluffy Mandazi for your breakfast. Preparation time: 10 minutes + 20-30 minutes resting time; Cooking time: 30 minutes Makes: 15-40 depending on size and thickness of rolled doughIngredients300g (10.5oz, 2⅓ cup) all-purpose flour2¼ teaspoons baking powder1½ teaspoons ground cardamom¼ cup (50g, […]
Pumpkin Sufganiot with Cranberry Jelly Doughnuts
This dough is very forgiving, and will last in the fridge, well-wrapped, for 3 days. That makes it easy to break up the recipe into batches and fry the doughnuts when it’s convenient for you. This makes a great weekend breakfast or dessert!Prep Time: 30 minsCook Time: 45 minsAdditional Time: 5 hrsTotal Time: 6 hrs […]
Easy Chapati Recipe
Chapati is unleavened flat bread adopted from the Indian Rotti. It was first introduced to Kenya during colonial times as the Indian laborers constructed the railroads throughout East Africa. For many Kenyans at the time, Chapati was seen as part of a desirable modern meal.After decades of integration, Kenyan Chapati has become a more layered […]
Easy Doughnut Dough Recipe
We finally found a good doughnut dough recipe! These nimble and fluffy doughnuts are made with a yeast dough that’s prepared in a bread machine. When the doughnuts have cooled marginally, top them with some sugar, chocolate, or any other favorite ingredients. Prep Time: 30 minsCook Time: 40 minsAdditional Time: 2 hrs 20 minsTotal Time: […]
Easy Mahamri Recipe | Coconut Mahamri Recipe
Ingredients Needed2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 tsp cardamom powder1/2 tsp ghee (or unsalted butter)1 cup heavy coconut milk from can (approx.)11/2 tbsp instant yeast Preparations: Which Spice is Used to make Mahamri? More spice may be used when using this soft mahamri recipe, however cardamom powder is the most used spice. Due to its […]
COCKING COCONUT MANDAZI | MAHAMRI RECIPE
They are PERFECT for breakfast with a cup of tea, Coffee, Coco, or drinking chocolate depending on preference. They are also tasty and go really well as an accompaniment to many meals…especially grilled meats.Ingredients3 cups all-purpose/plain flour3/4 tsp. instant yeast7 tbsp. sugar1 tsp. ground cardamom powder3/4 cup heavy coconut milklight coconut milk (just enough to […]