Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup ghee
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cashews, chopped
- Oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Anarsa mould (available in Indian stores)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, add rice flour, powdered sugar, and ghee. Mix well until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
2. Add milk little by little and knead the mixture to form a smooth dough.
3. Cover the dough and let it rest for 4-5 hours.
4. After 4-5 hours, add chopped cashews to the dough and knead again.
5. Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a ball.
6. Press the ball into the anarsa mould to form a disc-shaped anarsa.
7. Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
8. Fry the anarsa on medium heat until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 hours
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
Makes 20-25 anarsa
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almonds or pistachios can be used instead of cashews.
- Clarified butter (ghee) can be substituted with unsalted butter.
Variations:
- Anarsa can be made without cashews.
- Anarsa can be flavored with cardamom powder or saffron.
Tips and tricks:
- Knead the dough well to get a smooth texture.
- Use a non-stick anarsa mould for easy release.
- Fry the anarsa on medium heat to ensure even cooking.
Storage instructions:
- Anarsa can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Anarsa can be reheated in a microwave or oven for a few seconds before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve anarsa on a platter with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped nuts or edible silver foil (varak).
Pairings:
- Anarsa can be served with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Anarsa can be served as a dessert after a meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add more milk.
- If the anarsa breaks while frying, add a little more rice flour to the dough.
Food safety advice:
- Use fresh ingredients and clean utensils while preparing the recipe.
Food history:
- Anarsa is a traditional sweet from Bihar, India, made during festivals and special occasions.
Flavor profiles:
- Anarsa has a sweet and nutty flavor with a crispy texture.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve anarsa as a dessert after a meal or as a snack with tea or coffee.
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