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A unique Goan sweet fritter made with cucumber, jaggery, and rice flour. These deep-fried delights are crispy on the outside, soft and spongy inside, and perfect as a monsoon evening snack with a cup of tea.
Prepare the Base
Make and Rest the Batter
Deep Fry the Kairas
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A unique Goan sweet fritter made with cucumber, jaggery, and rice flour. These deep-fried delights are crispy on the outside, soft and spongy inside, and perfect as a monsoon evening snack with a cup of tea.
This goan recipe takes 65 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 551.51 calories per serving with 5.28g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or dessert.
Drain and Serve
For an extra crispy texture, add 2 tablespoons of fine semolina (rava) to the batter.
Add a pinch of nutmeg powder or a teaspoon of fennel seeds (saunf) to the batter for a different flavor profile.
For a lower-oil version, you can cook these in an 'appe' or 'paniyaram' pan with just a few drops of oil in each cavity.
Jaggery is an unrefined sugar that provides a gradual release of energy. Unlike refined sugar, it also contains trace minerals like iron and magnesium.
Cucumber has high water content, which can contribute to your daily hydration needs. It also provides small amounts of vitamins and antioxidants.
The inclusion of fresh coconut and cucumber adds dietary fiber to these fritters, which can aid in digestion and promote a feeling of fullness.
Goan Kairas, also known as 'Tavsali', are traditional sweet fritters from Goa, India. They are made with a unique combination of grated cucumber, jaggery, rice flour, and coconut, and are typically enjoyed as a snack during the monsoon season.
Goan Kairas is a traditional sweet snack and should be consumed in moderation. While it contains beneficial ingredients like cucumber (hydration) and jaggery (minerals), it is deep-fried, which adds significant calories and fat. It's best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a daily snack.
One serving of Goan Kairas (approximately 4 pieces) contains around 350-400 calories. The exact number can vary based on the amount of oil absorbed during frying and the specific ingredients used.
Yes, you can substitute jaggery with an equal amount of brown sugar or regular sugar. However, using jaggery provides a more authentic, earthy, and caramel-like flavor that is characteristic of this Goan delicacy.
Soggy kairas are usually a result of the oil temperature being too low, which causes them to absorb excess oil. Ensure the oil is heated to a medium temperature before frying. Overcrowding the pan can also lower the oil temperature, so fry in small batches.
Store leftover kairas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To regain some of their crispiness, you can reheat them in an air fryer or a hot oven for a few minutes before serving.