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Fried Rice Cakes Recipe

Fried Rice Cakes Recipe

Rice is the staple food for most of the world’s population. Tanzania biggest city is Dar es Salaam with one of east Africa's largest rice farms. Tanzania is the second biggest producer of rice in East Africa, after Madagascar. Tanzanians prefer Asian rice to the local rice of Tanzania for its unique taste, aroma and quality.

Fried Rice Cakes Recipe

Fried Rice Cakes Recipe


Ingredients

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 cup ground rice flour

½ stick soft unsalted butter

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼- ½ cup buttermilk

Oil for frying


Directions

In a large frying pan over medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons oil. In a large bowl cream butter and sugar together, add eggs; cream well.

In a separate bowl, add tartar, soda, flours mix well. Add to creamed mixture then add milk, mix lightly and shape dough into small, round, and flat pieces. Fry on each side until golden brown. Serve with your favorite vegetable soup or meat stew.

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African Gourmet FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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Where can I learn more about African proverbs and folklore?

Explore our African Proverbs and African Folktales sections for timeless wisdom and stories.

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