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Mofo kisoa (pork fat bread)

A soft bread enriched with melted pork fat, giving it a deep, slightly smoky flavour. Traditionally eaten in Malagasy households, especially in the Highlands where pork is very common.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Pâte

Gras

Spices & seasoning

Nutrition facts

639 kcal per serving

Protein
25 g
Carbohydrates
98.2 g
of which sugars
15.2 g
Fat
14.4 g
Fiber
5.1 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Melt the lard over low heat until you have clear lard, then let it cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast and salt.
  3. Add the lukewarm water and knead for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the slightly cooled lard and knead for another 5 minutes until smooth.
  5. Cover and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
  6. Shape the dough into small round buns and place them on a greased tray.
  7. Let rest for 15 minutes, then bake at 190 °C for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden.

Variations and tips

Pork-free version. Replace the lard with 100 g of softened butter for an equally soft bread.

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Original Ecomely recipe.