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Sinasir

Also known as Sinasir (Northern Rice Pancakes)

Soft fermented rice pancakes from the north, related to masa/waina but poured thinner, like a rice crepe. Masa is already in the book.

Sinasir, Nigerian cooking

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of rice, soaked 6 hours
  • 1 tablespoon of cooked mashed rice or yogurt, to start fermentation
  • A pinch of yeast, optional
  • Salt, a little sugar
  • Water
  • Oil for the pan

Method

  1. 01

    Grind the soaked rice with enough water to a smooth batter. Mix in the starter, cover and ferment overnight until sour and slightly risen.

  2. 02

    Season. Pour thin rounds on a lightly oiled hot pan. Cook both sides. Serve with stew or honey.

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