Recipe | Voandalana (Wrapped Deep-Fried Peanuts) Recipe - Cuisine of Madagascar

In a mug, mix yeast, sugar and water and let sit 5-8 minutes until foam forms on top of liquid. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except peanuts. Stir, then knead lightly to combine. Dough will be dry. Cover with a damp cloth and let sit for 30 minutes. Divide dough into four equal parts. On a well-floured surface, roll one portion of dough as thin as possible. Using a non-serrated blade, slice dough into narrow, tagliatelle-width strips, then slice at an angle to create pieces approximately 1 1/2″ in length. Make glue in a small cup by combining 1 T flour and 1 1/2 T water. Spread this glue on each strip, then place a peanut in the middle and roll to fold dough over peanut. Seal firmly where the ends of the strip overlap. Fry wrapped peanuts in oil over medium-high heat until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 C flour,
• 1 t yeast,
• 1/4 t sugar,
• 1/4 C hot water,
• 1/4 C oil,
• 1 egg,
• 3/4 t salt,
• 1/2 t pepper or 1 t sakay (chili paste),
• 1 T flour + 1 1/2 T water to make glue,
• 4 C raw peanuts.