Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup jaggery, grated
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely ground
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp ghee
- Oil for deep frying
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
a. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, grated jaggery, coarsely ground peanuts, cardamom powder, and ghee.
b. Mix well and add water gradually to form a smooth dough.
c. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls and flatten them slightly.
d. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
e. Gently slide the flattened dough balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
f. Remove the fried poornalu using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
g. Serve hot or at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
- Makes 12-15 poornalu
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 130 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 17g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use wheat flour instead of rice flour.
- Brown sugar or honey can be used instead of jaggery.
- Almonds or cashews can be used instead of peanuts.
Variations:
- You can add grated coconut or sesame seeds to the dough for added flavor.
- You can also add a pinch of baking soda to the dough to make it more fluffy.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is not too dry or too wet.
- Flatten the dough balls evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pan while frying.
Storage instructions:
- Peanut poornalu can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Peanut poornalu can be reheated in a microwave or oven for a few seconds before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the peanut poornalu on a plate or in a bowl.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the peanut poornalu with chopped nuts or grated coconut.
Pairings:
- Peanut poornalu can be paired with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Peanut poornalu can be served as a snack or dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the poornalu from absorbing excess oil.
Food history:
- Peanut poornalu is a traditional Indian sweet snack that originated in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh.
Flavor profiles:
- Peanut poornalu has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cardamom.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve peanut poornalu as a snack or dessert after a meal.
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