Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup jaggery
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Heavy-bottomed pan
- Adhirasam mould
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt jaggery with water over low heat.
2. Once the jaggery has melted, add grated carrot and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add cardamom powder and salt to the mixture and mix well.
4. Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool down.
5. Once the mixture has cooled down, add rice flour and knead well to form a smooth dough.
6. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
7. Heat oil in a pan for frying.
8. Grease the adhirasam mould with oil.
9. Take a ball of dough and flatten it slightly.
10. Place the flattened dough in the mould and press it gently.
11. Remove the adhirasam from the mould and carefully drop it into the hot oil.
12. Fry the adhirasam on medium heat until it turns golden brown.
13. Remove the adhirasam from the oil and place it on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
14. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Oil temperature for frying: 180°C
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 adhirasams
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150 per adhirasam
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of jaggery, you can use brown sugar or honey.
- Instead of rice flour, you can use wheat flour or all-purpose flour.
- Instead of grated carrot, you can use grated pumpkin or sweet potato.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts like almonds or cashews to the dough for added crunch.
- You can add a pinch of saffron to the jaggery mixture for a unique flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the jaggery has melted completely before adding the grated carrot.
- Knead the dough well to avoid cracks while shaping the adhirasams.
- Fry the adhirasams on medium heat to ensure they cook evenly.
Storage instructions:
Store the adhirasams in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Heat the adhirasams in a microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the adhirasams on a plate with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Garnish the adhirasams with chopped nuts or edible flowers.
Pairings:
Serve the adhirasams with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the adhirasams with coconut chutney or tomato chutney.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water to it.
- If the adhirasams are too hard, reduce the cooking time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the adhirasams to avoid them from absorbing excess oil.
Food history:
Adhirasam is a traditional South Indian sweet that is usually made during festivals and special occasions.
Flavor profiles:
The adhirasam has a sweet and slightly nutty flavor with a hint of cardamom.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the adhirasams as a dessert or as a snack.
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