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Paal Kozhukattai

Cultural Context

Paal Kozhukattai is a traditional South Indian dessert often made during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. It showcases the region's love for rice-based sweets and the use of coconut, a staple ingredient in South Indian cuisine. The dish is cherished for its sweet, creamy texture and is enjoyed by families during celebrations. Today, variations exist with different fillings and flavors, making it a versatile treat loved across India.

South IndianINTamil Nadudessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice flour
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup jaggery
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 cup grated coconut
2 tablespoons ghee
1/2 cup cashews
1/4 cup raisins

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is more affordable.

1

Combine rice flour and salt in a bowl.

2

Add water gradually and knead to form a soft dough.

3

Divide the dough into small balls.

4

Flatten each ball to form small discs.

5

Prepare the filling by mixing grated coconut and jaggery in a bowl.

6

Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each disc and fold to seal.

7

Steam the dumplings in a steamer for about 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

8

In a separate pot, heat coconut milk with cardamom powder and a pinch of salt.

9

Add the steamed dumplings to the coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes.

10

Garnish with fried cashews and raisins in ghee before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Paal KoozhukattaiSweet Rice Dumplings in Coconut Milk

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