Kabalagala (Ugandan Pancakes)
Kabalagala, also known as Ugandan pancakes, are delicious and popular street food in Uganda. These deep-fried pancakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a delightful treat for both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
Instructions
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1In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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2Gradually add the milk to the banana-flour mixture, stirring continuously with a whisk or spoon until a smooth and thick batter forms. The consistency should be similar to that of regular pancake batter.
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3Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat. The oil should be deep enough to fully submerge the Kabalagala.
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4Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Each pancake should be about 3–4 inches in diameter.
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5Fry the pancakes until they turn golden brown and become crispy on both sides. This usually takes about 2–3 minutes per side.
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6Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to remove the fried kabalagala from the oil and transfer them onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
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7Serve the kabalagala while still warm. They can be enjoyed on their own as a tasty snack or paired with a cup of tea or coffee.
- Category
- Snacks
- Method
- Baking
Recipe Attribution
Wikibooks Cookbook
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Printed on October 29, 2026