🍚 Rava Puttu – A Soft, Quick, and Flavorful Breakfast
Rava Puttu is a delicious and easy-to-make steamed dish prepared using semolina (rava), grated coconut, and simple seasonings. It’s a lighter version of the traditional puttu but still filling, soft, and aromatic. Perfect for busy mornings or a comforting evening snack, it pairs beautifully with coconut milk, jaggery syrup, or vegetable curries.
✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Uses semolina for a soft, fluffy texture
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Quick and easy to prepare
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Light, healthy, and easily digestible
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Pairs with both sweet and savory side dishes
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A comforting dish loved by families
✅ Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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Rava (semolina) – 1 cup
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Grated coconut – ½ cup
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Salt – ½ tsp or to taste
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Warm water – as needed
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Ghee – 1 tbsp (optional, for aroma and taste)
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Jaggery syrup, coconut milk, or ripe bananas – for serving
✅ Preparation Steps
1. Prepare the semolina mixture
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In a bowl, mix rava and salt.
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Sprinkle warm water little by little and mix until it becomes crumbly but holds shape when pressed. Avoid making it too wet.
2. Layer the puttu
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Grease the puttu steamer or cylinder lightly with ghee if desired.
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Layer half of the semolina mixture, followed by grated coconut.
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Add the remaining semolina and top with grated coconut.
3. Steam the puttu
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Steam for about 8–10 minutes until soft and fluffy. The aroma of semolina and coconut will fill the kitchen.
4. Serve
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Carefully remove the steamed rava puttu and fluff it gently.
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Serve hot with coconut milk, jaggery syrup, or fresh fruits like bananas.
✅ Serving Suggestions
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Pair with warm coconut milk and jaggery syrup for a sweet touch.
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Serve alongside vegetable stew or spicy chickpea curry for a savory meal.
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Top with nuts, raisins, or seeds for extra texture.
✅ Tips
✔ Roast the rava lightly before use for better aroma and taste.
✔ Use warm water for better binding without making the mixture sticky.
✔ Adjust the coconut layers depending on your preference for richness.
✔ Serve immediately for the best soft texture.
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