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Tender, steamed rice flour dumplings filled with a luscious mixture of sweet jaggery and fresh coconut. This traditional South Indian sweet is a festive favorite, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi, and is loved for its soft texture and aromatic filling.
Prepare the Sweet Filling (Poornam)
Prepare the Outer Dough
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Tender, steamed rice flour dumplings filled with a luscious mixture of sweet jaggery and fresh coconut. This traditional South Indian sweet is a festive favorite, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi, and is loved for its soft texture and aromatic filling.
This south_indian recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 352.58 calories per serving with 3.54g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or dessert.
Shape the Kozhukattai
Steam the Dumplings
Serve
Create a savory version called 'Ulundu Kozhukattai' by filling the dumplings with a spiced mixture of steamed urad dal, green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves.
Enhance the sweet filling by adding 2-3 tablespoons of chopped cashews, almonds, or roasted sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.
For a healthier alternative, make the outer shell using ragi (finger millet) flour instead of rice flour. The method for preparing the dough remains the same.
Make 'Pasi Paruppu Poornam' by using a filling of cooked and mashed moong dal (split yellow lentils) sweetened with jaggery and flavored with cardamom.
The combination of rice flour and jaggery provides complex carbohydrates and unrefined sugar, offering a sustained release of energy, making it a perfect festive snack.
Fresh coconut is a good source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of healthy fat that is easily digested and can provide quick energy.
Made entirely from rice flour, this sweet is naturally gluten-free, making it an excellent dessert option for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Sweet Kozhukattai is a traditional sweet that is healthier than many processed desserts. It uses natural sweeteners like jaggery and whole foods like coconut. However, it is high in carbohydrates and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, especially during festive occasions.
A typical serving of 3 Sweet Kozhukattai contains approximately 320-350 calories. The exact number can vary based on the amount of jaggery and coconut used. Each piece has around 110 calories.
Cracking usually happens if the dough is too dry or not kneaded properly. Ensure you use the correct ratio of boiling water to rice flour and knead the dough well while it's still warm to make it smooth and pliable. Keeping the unused dough covered with a damp cloth also prevents it from drying out.
Yes, you can prepare components in advance. The sweet filling can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. You can also shape the kozhukattai, arrange them on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for a few hours before you plan to steam them.
For the softest and most authentic texture, it is best to use fine, commercially processed rice flour, often sold as 'idiyappam flour' or 'appam flour'. Regular rice flour can sometimes result in a harder or chewier outer shell.