Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup ghee
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cashews
- 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
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 for 5-7 minutes until it turns light brown. Keep stirring continuously to avoid burning.
2. Add ghee to the pan and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
3. Add water to the pan and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
4. Turn off the heat and add powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts. Mix well.
5. Take a small portion of the mixture and place it on a parchment paper. Cover it with another parchment paper and roll it out thinly with a rolling pin.
6. Remove the top parchment paper and let it dry for 5-10 minutes.
7. Once it is dry, remove the parchment paper and roll it up tightly.
8. Repeat the same process with the remaining mixture.
9. Serve the Pootharekulu with Sugar at room temperature.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Low heat
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 Pootharekulu
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Total fat: 8g
Saturated fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 5mg
Total carbohydrates: 20g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use jaggery instead of sugar for a different flavor.
- You can use any other nuts of your choice.
Variations:
- You can add grated coconut to the mixture.
- You can add a pinch of saffron for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Keep stirring the mixture continuously while roasting the rice flour to avoid burning.
- Roll out the mixture thinly to get a crispy texture.
- Let the Pootharekulu dry completely before rolling it up.
Storage instructions:
Store the Pootharekulu in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
There is no need to reheat the Pootharekulu. Serve them at room temperature.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the Pootharekulu on a plate and garnish with chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts
Pairings:
Serve the Pootharekulu with Sugar with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
There is no need for any side dish.
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:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the Pootharekulu in an airtight container.
Food history:
Pootharekulu is a traditional sweet from Andhra Pradesh, India. It is made with rice flour, ghee, and sugar.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and crispy
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Pootharekulu with Sugar as a dessert or snack.
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