Pinch dough from one of the pieces and roll into a long triangle. Slit across to create sizable length to plait

Take one of the triangle pieces and cut into three without sliting the top

You can choose to plait the dough on the working surface

Or plait with your fingers which is easier

Plait one by one covering the ones done

Repeat until all dough is finished

Heat oil and drop mandazi plaits in the oil once hot enough

Fry until golden brown

Keep covered as you finish the rest

Serve warm