Mandazi is a great product for attracting customers, but many successful street vendors increase their income by selling several complementary snacks at the same stall. When customers come for mandazi, they often buy tea or another snack, increasing the total sale.

Adding just 2–4 extra items can significantly increase daily revenue without requiring a large investment.

Below are 10 profitable snacks that pair perfectly with mandazi in Kenyan estates, villages, and market centers.

1. Chai (Tea)

5Tea is the best companion for mandazi and one of the most profitable additions.

Most customers buying mandazi also want a hot drink, especially in the morning.

Typical prices:

• Cup of tea: KSh 10 – 20

Estimated profit per cup:

KSh 5 – 10

A mandazi stall selling 100 cups of tea daily can earn an extra KSh 500 – 1000 per day.

2. Samosas

6Samosas are one of the fastest-selling street snacks.

They appeal to customers who want something more filling than mandazi.

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 30 per samosa

Cost to produce:

• Around KSh 10 – 15

Profit margin is usually 40–50%.

3. Chapati

6Chapati is a very popular food in estates and trading centers.

Many vendors sell chapati in the evening when customers want something heavier.

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 30 per chapati

Chapati pairs well with:

• Tea
• Beans
• Eggs

4. Smokies

6Smokies are extremely popular near schools, markets, and bus stages.

They are easy to prepare and sell quickly.

Typical price:

• KSh 30 – 40

When served with kachumbari, they attract more customers.

5. Boiled Eggs

5Boiled eggs are a simple but profitable snack.

They require minimal preparation and have very good margins.

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 30

Many vendors sell eggs with:

• Salt
• Chili
• Kachumbari

6. Sweet Potatoes (Viazi Tamu)

5Sweet potatoes are popular in rural areas and estates.

They are cheap to buy and very filling.

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 50 depending on size

They are especially popular during morning and evening hours.

7. Cassava (Muhogo)

7Cassava is widely eaten as a snack.

It can be sold:

• Fried
• Boiled
• As cassava chips

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 50

This is especially popular in coastal and rural areas.

8. Bhajias

7Bhajias are thin slices of potatoes coated in spiced flour and deep-fried.

They are common in many Kenyan food stalls.

Typical price:

• KSh 50 per plate

They sell very well in the evening hours.

9. Groundnuts (Karanga)

5Groundnuts are cheap to buy and easy to package.

You can sell them in:

• Small paper packets
• Plastic cups

Typical price:

• KSh 10 – 20 per packet

They are very popular with tea.

10. Maize (Boiled or Roasted)

6Maize is one of the most common street snacks in Kenya.

It is cheap and widely loved.

Typical price:

• KSh 20 – 50

It is especially popular during evenings and rainy seasons.

Example of a Profitable Mandazi Stall Menu

A small stall could sell:

• Mandazi
• Tea
• Samosas
• Boiled eggs

Example daily sales:

Estimated daily profit: KSh 1,200+

Final Advice for Mandazi Vendors

If you want to increase profits:✔ Start with mandazi + tea

✔ Add 1–2 snacks gradually

✔ Focus on fast-moving items

✔ Maintain cleanliness and good taste

A simple roadside stall selling mandazi and a few snacks can grow into a small café or food kiosk over time.