[header] How to make mahamri [title] Combine the yeast with water, sugar and flour and leave to rise. [step] In a medium sized bowl, measure in the yeast and mix in a pinch of sugar, a pinch of flour and ¼ cup (59.15 ml) of warm water. Leave the yeast in the bowl to rise for about ten minutes. 
[substeps] The sugar and flour help the yeast to rise. When the yeast rises, it will expand and have a foamy texture.