Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of rice flour
- 1/2 cup of grated coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of water
Special equipment needed:
- Puttu maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, add rice flour and salt. Mix well.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and mix with your hands until it becomes crumbly.
3. Add grated coconut to the mixture and mix well.
4. Fill the bottom of the puttu maker with water and place it on the stove to heat.
5. Add the rice flour mixture to the puttu maker, alternating with a layer of grated coconut.
6. Close the lid of the puttu maker and steam for 5-7 minutes.
7. Once the puttu is cooked, remove it from the puttu maker and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 7 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rice flour can be substituted with wheat flour or ragi flour.
- Grated coconut can be substituted with coconut milk.
Variations:
- Add jaggery to the rice flour mixture to make sweet puttu.
- Add cardamom powder to the rice flour mixture for added flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the puttu maker is well-greased before adding the rice flour mixture.
- Do not overfill the puttu maker, as it may not cook evenly.
- Serve the puttu hot with coconut chutney or sugar.
Storage instructions:
Store the leftover puttu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the leftover puttu in a steamer for 2-3 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the puttu on a banana leaf for an authentic touch.
Garnishes:
Garnish the puttu with grated coconut or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Serve the puttu with coconut chutney or sambar.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the puttu with vegetable curry or chicken curry.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the puttu is too dry, add more water to the rice flour mixture.
- If the puttu is too wet, add more rice flour to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the puttu maker is clean before use.
Food history:
Rice puttu is a traditional dish from South India.
Flavor profiles:
Rice puttu has a mild, nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness from the coconut.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the puttu for breakfast or as a snack.
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