India > Mithai Sweets > Ariselu

Carrot Ariselu Recipe Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup jaggery
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Heavy-bottomed pan
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Rolling pin
- Flat-bottomed pan or griddle

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and grated carrots. Mix well.

2. In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt jaggery with water over medium heat. Stir occasionally until jaggery dissolves completely.

3. Add cardamom powder to the melted jaggery and mix well.

4. Pour the melted jaggery mixture into the mixing bowl with the rice flour and grated carrots. Mix well until a dough is formed.

5. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into small balls.

6. Flatten each ball using a rolling pin to form a thin disc.

7. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

8. Fry the flattened discs until golden brown on both sides.

9. Remove the fried discs from the oil and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

10. Serve the Carrot Ariselu warm or at room temperature.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 20-25 pieces

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120 per piece
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of jaggery, you can use brown sugar or honey.
- You can substitute grated sweet potato for grated carrots.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the dough for added texture and flavor.
- You can also add a pinch of salt to the dough for a savory twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the jaggery is completely melted before adding it to the rice flour and grated carrots.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water to make it more pliable.
- Use a flat-bottomed pan or griddle to flatten the dough instead of a rolling pin to make it easier.

Storage instructions:
- Store the Carrot Ariselu in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the Carrot Ariselu in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Carrot Ariselu on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped nuts or grated coconut.

Pairings:
- Serve the Carrot Ariselu with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- This recipe is usually served as a snack or dessert and does not require any side dishes.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add more rice flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the Carrot Ariselu from absorbing too much oil.

Food history:
- Ariselu is a traditional sweet from Andhra Pradesh, India, usually made during festivals and special occasions.

Flavor profiles:
- Carrot Ariselu has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cardamom.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Carrot Ariselu as a dessert or snack with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Related Categories

Cooking Method: N/A

Course Type: N/A

Dietary: N/A

Ingredient: N/A

Meal type: N/A

Occassion: N/A

Region: Indian

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Savory, Spicy, Aromatic