Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup jaggery, grated
- 1 cup milk powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Plate
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine grated coconut, grated jaggery, milk powder, all-purpose flour, cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add ghee to the mixture and knead it into a soft dough.
3. Divide the dough into small equal portions and shape them into cylindrical rolls.
4. In a pressure cooker, add water and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves.
5. Add the cylindrical rolls to the pressure cooker and cook for 10-12 minutes on medium heat.
6. Once cooked, remove the rolls from the pressure cooker and place them on a plate.
7. Let them cool down to room temperature.
8. Once cooled, cut the rolls into small pieces.
9. Serve the Coconut and Jaggery Cham Cham pieces on a plate.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 people
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use desiccated coconut instead of grated coconut.
- You can use brown sugar instead of jaggery.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts like almonds, cashews, or pistachios to the dough.
- You can add a few drops of rose water or kewra water to the sugar syrup for a fragrant flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is soft and pliable.
- Do not overcook the cham cham pieces, as they may become hard.
- You can store the cham cham pieces in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Storage instructions:
Store the cham cham pieces in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the cham cham pieces in the microwave or on a stovetop for a few seconds before serving.
Presentation ideas:
You can serve the cham cham pieces on a plate garnished with chopped nuts and a sprinkle of cardamom powder.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts and a sprinkle of cardamom powder.
Pairings:
You can serve the Coconut and Jaggery Cham Cham with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
You can serve the cham cham pieces as a dessert after a meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little milk to make it soft.
- If the cham cham pieces become hard, soak them in warm sugar syrup for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the cham cham pieces in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Cham Cham is a popular Bengali sweet made with chenna (cottage cheese) and sugar syrup. Coconut and Jaggery Cham Cham is a variation of the traditional recipe.
Flavor profiles:
Coconut and Jaggery Cham Cham has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cardamom and nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Coconut and Jaggery Cham Cham as a dessert after a meal.
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