Stuffed Maasa/Masa or Rice Cake

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homecheffskitchen (@homecheffskitchen)

A delicious Ghanaian rice cake that is fluffy and flavorful, perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
50min
Stuffed Maasa/Masa or Rice Cake recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 rice cake)

Main Ingredients

  • 2cups
    soaked rice
  • 1/2cup
    cooked rice
  • 1tbsp
    instant yeast
  • 1tsp
    baking powder
  • 1pinch
    salt
  • 2tbsp
    sugar
  • 2cups
    lukewarm water
  • 1
    bunch spring onions
  • 1piece
    peppers
  • 1piece
    onions
  • 1tbsp
    oil for frying

How to make Stuffed Maasa/Masa or Rice Cake

Preparation

  1. Soak the rice for a few hours before using.

  2. In a bowl, combine the soaked rice, cooked rice, instant yeast, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

  3. Gradually add lukewarm water to the mixture until you achieve a smooth batter consistency.

  4. Chop the spring onions, peppers, and onions and fold them into the batter.

Cooking

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

  2. Scoop the batter into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd.

  3. Sprinkle some water on top of the pan and cover with a lid to create steam.

  4. Cook until the bottom is golden brown and the masa is cooked through.

  5. If you don't have a pan, you can fry the batter like pancakes.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure your butter is not too thick for even cooking.

  2. Avoid adding too much cooked rice to maintain a good texture.

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