WELITHALAPA SAU DODOL RECIPE JAGGERY SRI LANKAN

jaggery

🥗Healthier: raw sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Raw sugar provides a similar flavor with less processing.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

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

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds offer healthy fats, while peanuts are often cheaper.

cardamom

🥗Healthier: cinnamon

💰Cheaper: allspice

Cinnamon adds warmth and sweetness at a lower cost.

Combine rice flour and water in a bowl until smooth.

Heat coconut milk in a large pot over medium heat until warm.

Add jaggery to the warm coconut milk and stir until dissolved.

Gradually mix in the rice flour mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Add cardamom and vanilla extract, stirring well to combine.

Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 30-40 minutes.

Once thickened, fold in chopped cashews and mix well.

Pour the mixture into a greased tray lined with banana leaves.

Spread evenly and allow to cool completely at room temperature.

Cut into squares or desired shapes once set.

Serve as a sweet treat during celebrations.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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