*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                      KENYAN MAANDAZI (Fried Bread)

Recipe By     : Kitchen of Eastern Arabia/Robert Tole, Mombasa, Kenya
Serving Size  : 24   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Bread, Biscuits & Muffins X

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      cups          flour
     1/2  cup           sugar
     1/2  teaspoon      baking soda
   1      tablespoon    active dry yeast
   1 1/2  cups          water
   4      tablespoons   vegetable oil

Combine dry ingredients in mixing bowl.  Pour water and oil into center of
flour mixture.  Mix thoroughly.

Knead dough 15-20 minutes.  Divide into 6 large balls.  Roll each ball out
into circles.  Cut each circle into 4 triangles.  Deep fry until brown.

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NOTES : Maandazis taste best when they are warm.  They are served on any
occasion, except as a dessert.