Air Fryer Mandazi
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Air Fryer Mandazi
Description
Air Fryer Mandazi transform the classic East African fried bread into a lighter version by using an air fryer instead of oil for frying. The dough combines self-raising flour, sugar, salt, plain yogurt, vanilla extract, and melted margarine, kneaded until smooth. After resting for at least 20 minutes to develop texture, the dough is portioned, rolled into circles, and cut into small rectangles which are brushed with butter before and after air frying.
The air fryer cooks the mandazi at 350°F, creating a golden crust with a soft crumb inside. The method reduces oil use while still yielding the characteristic sweet and mildly spiced flavor profile.
Because air fryer cooking times and results vary, monitor the mandazi closely during the first batch to avoid overcooking. Store mandazi promptly in airtight containers to preserve their softness, as they tend to harden faster than traditional fried versions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-raising flour (plus a little bit more, to knead the dough)
- 3-4 tablespoon sugar
- 1 salt pinch
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon unsalted margarine or butter, melted
Instructions
- Sift the self-raising flour into a bowl. Add the salt and sugar then combine. Separately, combine the yogurt and vanilla extract and add this to the bowl with the flour.
- Knead until you get a smooth homogenous dough. Cover the dough with cling film, or a slightly damp kitchen cloth and place it in a warm place in your kitchen to rest for at least 20 minutes or overnight, for best results.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and divide it into 4 equally-sized portions.
- Roll each portion between the palms of your hands to form a ball. Next, roll out each ball of dough into a circle. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, divide the dough into small rectangles. Brush the tops with melted butter or margarine.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (or 180°C). Carefully, line your air fryer basket or spray it with a non-aerosol-based cooking spray.
- Place the mandazi inside your air fryer basket with the greased side facing down. Similarly, brush the other side with butter.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket, cook in batches, if necessary. Air fry for 6-7 minutes, until the edges start to brown. Flip and air-fry on the other side for a further 5-7 minutes.
- Serve with tea, coffee, or enjoy them as they are!
Notes
- Monitor cooking time carefully during the first batch; air fryer models vary in heat intensity.
- Brush mandazi with butter before and after air frying for enhanced flavor and moisture.
- Store finished mandazi in airtight containers quickly to prevent hardening, as air-fried versions harden faster than fried ones.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 32 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 32kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 42IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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