Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup ghee
- 1 cup cashews, chopped
- 1/2 cup water
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick pan
- Rolling pin
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a non-stick pan, roast the rice flour on low heat until it turns light brown. Keep stirring continuously to prevent burning.
2. Add ghee to the pan and mix well with the rice flour.
3. Add powdered sugar to the pan and mix well until it forms a smooth mixture.
4. Add chopped cashews to the mixture and mix well.
5. Add water to the pan and mix well until it forms a smooth batter.
6. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
7. Take a small portion of the mixture and spread it evenly on a parchment paper using a rolling pin.
8. Let it dry for 5-10 minutes until it becomes crispy.
9. Gently remove the parchment paper and roll the crispy sheet into a cylindrical shape.
10. Repeat the same process with the remaining mixture.
11. Serve the Pootharekulu with Cashews as a dessert.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Low heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300 per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almonds or pistachios can be used instead of cashews.
Variations:
- Pootharekulu can be made with jaggery instead of sugar.
- Pootharekulu can be made with coconut or sesame seeds instead of cashews.
Tips and tricks:
- Keep stirring the mixture continuously while roasting the rice flour to prevent burning.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking.
- Let the mixture cool down before spreading it on the parchment paper.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the Pootharekulu into pieces.
Storage instructions:
- Store the Pootharekulu in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Pootharekulu does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Pootharekulu on a plate with a garnish of chopped cashews.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cashews
Pairings:
- Pootharekulu can be served with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Pootharekulu does not need any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add a little more ghee or water.
- If the mixture is too wet, add a little more rice flour.
Food safety advice:
- Use fresh ingredients.
- Wash your hands before preparing the recipe.
- Use a clean and dry non-stick pan.
Food history:
- Pootharekulu is a traditional sweet from Andhra Pradesh, India.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and crispy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Pootharekulu as a dessert after a meal.
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