Mofo Gasy

Mofo Gasy

Mofo Gasy (MOO-foo GAH-see)

Malagasy Rice Pancake

Prep Time 30 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
8
🔥 Calories 160 kcal

Sweet, golden rice flour pancakes cooked in a special mold, with a crisp exterior and soft, slightly chewy center, enjoyed as breakfast street food.

Nutrition & Info

160 kcal per serving
Protein 3.0g
Carbs 28.0g
Fat 4.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

mofo gasy mold or muffin tin mixing bowl ladle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: woven basket lined with banana leaf

Garnishes: powdered sugar

Accompaniments: coffee, tea

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix rice flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Whisk in coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth batter forms.

  3. 3

    Let batter rest 15 min.

  4. 4

    Grease molds with oil and heat over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Pour batter into molds, cook 5-7 min until golden on bottom.

  6. 6

    Flip carefully, cook 3 min more. Serve warm.

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Did You Know?

Every morning in Malagasy towns, street vendors prepare mofo gasy on charcoal stoves, and the sweet aroma fills the air at dawn.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • mofo gasy mold or muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • ladle

Garnishing

powdered sugar

Accompaniments

coffee, tea

The Story Behind Mofo Gasy

Mofo gasy predates European contact and is one of the most ancient Malagasy foods. The rice flour base reflects the Austronesian heritage of Malagasy culture, while the coconut milk connects it to the island's tropical coastal traditions.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed breakfast 📜 Origins: Pre-colonial

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