Tuesday, 12 February 2013

KANIYAPPAM - A MALABAR VISHU DISH

Here’s an authentic Kaniyappam (Malabar Vishu Sweet Rice Cake) recipe, a traditional dish prepared in Kerala, especially during Vishu 🌿






🍚 Kaniyappam Recipe (Malabar Style)

Ingredients:

  • Raw rice (Matta rice or Ponni rice) – 1 cup

  • Grated coconut – ½ cup

  • Jaggery – ¾ cup (adjust sweetness)

  • Water – ¾ cup

  • Cardamom powder – ½ tsp

  • Salt – a pinch

  • Ghee – 1 tsp

  • Cashews and raisins – a few (optional)


Preparation:

1. Prepare the Rice Batter

  • Wash rice well and soak for 2–3 hours.

  • Grind rice with grated coconut and a little water into a coarse, slightly thick batter (not too smooth).

2. Prepare Jaggery Syrup

  • Melt jaggery in ¾ cup water over low heat.

  • Strain to remove impurities and bring to a gentle boil.

3. Mix Batter with Jaggery

  • Add jaggery syrup to the rice-coconut batter.

  • Add a pinch of salt and cardamom powder. Mix well.

  • The consistency should be slightly thick but pourable.

4. Steam Kaniyappam

  • Grease a steaming vessel or plate with ghee.

  • Pour the batter into the vessel.

  • Steam for 20–25 minutes until it sets and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

5. Optional Garnish

  • Roast cashews and raisins in ghee and sprinkle on top after steaming.


🌿 Serving Suggestion:

Serve warm or at room temperature as part of your Vishu Sadya or as a sweet snack with tea. Traditionally, it’s prepared for Vishu Kani, symbolizing prosperity and sweetness in the new year.

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