Masa (Fermented Rice Cakes)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice
• 2 cups Water
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 1 tsp Yeast
• 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Rinse rice and soak in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. 2Drain rice and blend with fresh water to form a smooth batter.
3. 3Mix in chopped onion, yeast, and salt. Cover and let ferment for 2-3 hours.
4. 4Heat rice bran oil in a pan or use a special masa pan.
5. 5Pour batter into the pan to form small cakes and cook until golden brown on both sides.
6. 6Serve warm with pepper sauce or yogurt alternative for dipping.

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