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Mango Adhirasam Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup raw rice
- 1/2 cup jaggery
- 1/2 cup mango pulp
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Adhirasam mould

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Wash and soak raw rice for 2 hours.
2. Drain the water and grind the rice into a fine powder.
3. In a pan, melt jaggery with water on low heat.
4. Once the jaggery melts, add mango pulp and mix well.
5. Add cardamom powder and mix well.
6. Add the rice flour to the mixture and mix well until it forms a dough.
7. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
8. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat.
9. Take a small portion of the dough and shape it into a ball.
10. Place the ball into the adhirasam mould and press it gently.
11. Carefully remove the adhirasam from the mould and drop it into the hot oil.
12. Fry the adhirasam until it turns golden brown on both sides.
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.


Time:
Preparation time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 adhirasams

Nutritional information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of jaggery, you can use brown sugar.
- You can use any other fruit pulp instead of mango pulp.

Variations:
- You can add grated coconut to the dough for a different texture.
- You can add a pinch of saffron for a unique flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the adhirasam.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying the adhirasam.
- The dough should be soft and pliable, but not too sticky.

Storage instructions:
Store the adhirasam in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the adhirasam in a microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a pan on low heat for a few minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the adhirasam on a plate with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.

Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped nuts or dried fruits.

Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or yogurt.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water.
- If the adhirasam is too hard, add a little more jaggery to the dough.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the oil is not too hot to avoid burning the adhirasam.

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 tangy flavor from the mango pulp.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the adhirasam as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Tangy, Fragrant