Recipes from Djibouti: Maandazi (Khamir)

Recipes from Djibouti

Maandazi (Khamir)

Country: Djibouti
Course: Bread
Makes: 10 to 12 pieces

Ingredients:

1 1/4 cup flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
pinch salt
1 egg
1/4 cup milk

Directions:

Mix the dry ingredients together, then add the egg and milk. Blend into a smooth dough.
Roll out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 3/4 inch. Cut into 1-inch square pieces.
Fry the pieces in hot oil on both sides. When golden brown, remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.

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