Tanzanian Vitumbua (Coconut Rice Pancakes)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cooked Rice
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1Place the 1 cup Cooked Rice, 1 cup Coconut Milk, 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour, 1/4 cup Sugar, 1/4 teaspoon Cardamom Powder, and 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder into a blender.
2. 2Blend these ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth, with no visible lumps of rice or flour remaining.
3. 3Heat a griddle or a large frying pan over medium heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C). Add the 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil to the hot pan and spread it evenly to lightly coat the entire cooking surface.
4. 4Pour 1/4 cup of the prepared batter onto the hot, oiled griddle for each pancake, ensuring there is enough space between them to flip easily.
5. 5Cook each pancake for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side, until the edges appear set and the surface shows small bubbles.
6. 6Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes on the second side, until both sides are golden brown and the pancake is cooked through to the center.
7. 7Remove the cooked pancakes from the griddle and serve them warm immediately.

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