Vegan Mandazi

Discover the delightful world of East African cuisine with this Vegan Mandazi recipe—a soft, airy fried dough treat infused with the warm spice of ground cardamom and rich notes of coconut milk. Perfectly golden brown and lightly crispy on the outside, these plant-based mandazi are a fun twist on a traditional Swahili snack. The dough is made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and yeast, then fried to perfection in vegetable oil for a satisfyingly tender texture. Whether enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with your favorite chai tea or coffee, Vegan Mandazi is an irresistibly versatile treat for breakfast, dessert, or anytime snacking. With an approachable prep time and no eggs or dairy in sight, this recipe is a must-try for vegans and non-vegans alike looking to explore global flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 1 packet Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 0.5 cup Warm water
• 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, ground cardamom, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, mix together the coconut milk, melted coconut oil, and warm water until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size.

Step 6

Once risen, punch down the dough to remove air bubbles. Divide the dough into two equal portions.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 8

Cut the dough into triangle shapes using a sharp knife or a pastry cutter.

Step 9

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Working in batches, gently drop the mandazi into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Use a slotted spoon to remove the mandazi from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature, either plain or sprinkled with a bit of powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1661.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8637.4

Total Fat 774.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1229.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 445.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 117.6g
Protein 46.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.5mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 769.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.0%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 19.9%