Receta Nombu Kozhakattai (Steamed Rice/jaggery balls)
Nombu Kozhakattai (Steamed Rice/jaggery balls)
Ingredients:
- Rice flour - 1 cup
- Jaggery - 1/2 cup
- Cardamom - 1/4 tsp
- Coconut - 1/4 cup
- Water - 1 tbsp
Method:
Step 1: Dry roast rice flour on medium flame till it turns light golden color. Stir continuously so that it doesn't burn. Allow it to cool.
Step 2: Add fresh grated coconut and cardamom
Step 3: Add very little water (1 or 2 tbsp) to jaggery and heat till it melts (about 5 minutes). Filter the syrup and allow it to cool.
Step 4: Add this syrup to the rice flour/coconut mixture and make a soft dough.
Step 5: Grease your palm with ghee and make even sized balls and steam in pressure cooker for 10 to 12 minutes.
Enjoy it with some butter!