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A classic Goan sweet, Churmundo are delightful ladoos made from crispy puffed rice (churmo) bound together with a rich, dark jaggery syrup. Infused with the warmth of cardamom and the texture of fresh coconut, these chewy, sweet balls are a beloved teatime snack, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prepare the Puffed Rice
Make the Jaggery Syrup
Combine the Ingredients
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A classic Goan sweet, Churmundo are delightful ladoos made from crispy puffed rice (churmo) bound together with a rich, dark jaggery syrup. Infused with the warmth of cardamom and the texture of fresh coconut, these chewy, sweet balls are a beloved teatime snack, ready in under 30 minutes.
This goan recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 8 servings. At 201.9 calories per serving with 0.75g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or dessert.
Shape the Ladoos
Cool and Store
Add 1/4 cup of chopped nuts like cashews, almonds, or peanuts to the puffed rice for extra texture and flavor.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of dry ginger powder (sonth) along with the cardamom for a warm, spicy note.
Toast 2 tablespoons of white sesame seeds and add them to the mixture for a nutty aroma and taste.
The combination of carbohydrates from puffed rice and simple sugars from jaggery provides a rapid source of energy, making it a great snack to combat midday fatigue.
Jaggery is a natural, unrefined sweetener that retains molasses, making it a good plant-based source of iron, which is essential for healthy blood cells and preventing anemia.
Cardamom, a key flavoring agent in this recipe, is well-known for its carminative properties that can help soothe the digestive system, reduce bloating, and prevent indigestion.
The syrup must reach the 'soft ball stage.' Test this by dropping a small amount into a bowl of cold water. It should form a soft, pliable ball that you can easily press. This ensures the ladoos are perfectly chewy but not hard.
If the mixture becomes too hard to shape, you can gently warm the pan on very low heat for 30-60 seconds, stirring, until it becomes pliable again. Be careful not to cook it further, as this can make the final ladoos hard.
For authentic Goan flavor and the characteristic dark color, palm jaggery is best. Regular cane jaggery also works well. Using sugar will result in a different taste and texture, more similar to a standard Murmura Ladoo.
It is a traditional sweet and should be enjoyed in moderation. It uses jaggery, which is less processed than white sugar and contains minerals like iron. However, it is a calorie-dense snack high in carbohydrates and sugar.
One serving of two Churmundo ladoos contains approximately 215 calories, primarily from the jaggery, ghee, and puffed rice.
Once they have cooled completely, store the ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature. They will remain fresh and crisp for up to two weeks.