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Enduri Pitha with Coconut and Raisin Filling Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of rice flour
- 1 cup of grated coconut
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1/2 cup of jaggery
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Banana leaves for wrapping

Special equipment needed:
- Steamer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and salt. Gradually add water and mix until a smooth dough is formed.
2. In a separate bowl, mix grated coconut, raisins, and jaggery until well combined.
3. Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into balls.
4. Flatten each ball into a disc shape and place a spoonful of the coconut and raisin filling in the center.
5. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and shape it into a small dumpling.
6. Wrap each dumpling with a piece of banana leaf and secure with a toothpick.
7. Place the wrapped dumplings in a steamer and steam for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
8. Remove from the steamer and let cool before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Steamer: Medium heat
Serving size:
- Makes 10-12 dumplings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar or honey.
- Raisins can be substituted with chopped dates or dried cranberries.

Variations:
- The filling can be varied by using different types of nuts or dried fruits.
- The dough can be flavored with spices such as cardamom or cinnamon.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is not too dry or too wet, as this can affect the texture of the dumplings.
- If banana leaves are not available, parchment paper can be used as a substitute.
- To prevent the dumplings from sticking to the steamer, lightly grease the banana leaves or parchment paper with oil.

Storage instructions:
- Enduri pitha can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, steam the dumplings for 5-10 minutes until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the dumplings on a platter and garnish with fresh coconut shavings and raisins.

Garnishes:
- Fresh coconut shavings
- Raisins

Pairings:
- Enduri pitha pairs well with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

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

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the dumplings are cooked through before serving.

Food history:
- Enduri pitha is a traditional dessert from the eastern state of Odisha in India.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and slightly chewy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the dumplings warm or at room temperature.

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