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Vitumbua (small rice cakes)

Small, fluffy cakes made from ground rice, coconut milk and yeast, cooked in a dimpled pan. They have a golden crust and a light, airy crumb, perfect for breakfast.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice for 4 hours, then drain it and blend it finely with a little coconut milk.
  2. Add the rest of the coconut milk, the sugar, eggs, yeast, salt and cardamom, then mix until you have a smooth batter.
  3. Let the batter rest for 1 hour in a warm spot so it rises.
  4. Heat a dimpled pan (like a blini pan) and lightly oil each cup.
  5. Pour the batter into the cups to three-quarters full and cook over medium heat for about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. When the edges are golden and the top is dry, flip the cakes and cook for 1 more minute. Serve warm.

Variations and tips

Sweet vanilla version. Add the vanilla extract to the batter for a softer, more indulgent flavour.

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