Kaara Kozhukattai Recipe – Soft, Spicy & Easy to Make
Kaara kozhukattai, also commonly written as kara kozhukattai, is a savoury steamed rice-based snack popular in Tamil Nadu. It is soft on the inside and flavoured with mustard seeds, chana dal, ginger, green chilli, shallots and coriander leaves.
This kaara kozhukattai recipe uses Anil Kozhukattai Flour to simplify the preparation. Instead of preparing rice flour from scratch, you can use ready-made kozhukattai flour to prepare the dough and shape the dumplings at home. Serve them warm with coconut chutney for a simple South Indian breakfast or evening snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup 00 Flour
- 0.5 cup0.5 cup0.5 cup Sunflower Oil
- 1 bunch1 bunch1 bunch Brown Mustard Seed
Process
Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Step 1: Prepare the Tempering
- Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds, sauté chana dal, ginger-green chilli paste, shallots, curry leaves, and coriander leaves, then boil with water and salt.
- Step 2: Prepare the Kozhukattai Dough
- Stir in the kozhukattai flour on low heat until it forms a soft dough, then let it cool slightly.
- Step 3: Shape the Kozhukattai
- Grease your palms, shape the dough using a mould or by hand, and arrange the pieces on a greased steaming plate.
- Step 4: Steam the Kozhukattai
- Place the plate inside a steamer and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes until firm.
- Step 5: Cool and serve
- Once cooked, carefully remove the kozhukattai and allow them to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
The nutritional values above are approximate and based on the ingredients and quantities used in this recipe. Actual values may vary depending on the specific flour, quantity of oil, serving size and other ingredients used. For the most accurate nutritional information, refer to the nutrition information provided on the Anil Kozhukattai Flour packaging.
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Coconut Free Dairy Free Egg Free Nightshade Free Nut Free Pescetarian Plant Based Shellfish Free Snacks Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free Vegan Vegetarian Whole30| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 514 |
| Fat: | 38 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 28 g |
| Protein: | 4 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 g |
| Sodium: | 0 mg |
| Fiber: | 1 g |
| Sugars: | 0 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated for total recipe. | |




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