MASA RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups raw rice
• 1 cup of cooked rice
• 1.5 teaspoons yeast
• Potash
• 4 tablespoons of sugar
• 2 cups of water
• Salt
• Onions
• Baking powder
• Vegetable Oil
  

PROCEDURES

• Soak the raw rice in water overnight.
• Dissolve the sugar and Potash in 1 cup of water and add the yeast. Set aside for 10 minutes.
• Drain the rice and grind it in a blender with the yeast and akaun mixture to make a smooth batter. Add the cooked rice, onion and blend to combine well. The batter should be thick.
• Pour batter into a large bowl, cover and leave in a warm place for 8-12 hours. You want the mixture to rise, collapse and ferment.
• Add salt and a little bit more sugar to taste if needed. Add a bit of water if necessary.
• Heat your pan over medium heat. 
• Add 4 tablespoons of Vegetable Oil. Scoop the batter and gently pour in the pan to form circles. .
• Cook for about 2 mins till golden brown then flip over to cook the other side
• Ready to serve Masa as a snack or with Suya or even with avocado for those who love keeping it solid.