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:
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Raw rice (Matta rice or Ponni rice) – 1 cup
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Grated coconut – ½ cup
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Jaggery – ¾ cup (adjust sweetness)
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Water – ¾ cup
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Cardamom powder – ½ tsp
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Salt – a pinch
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Ghee – 1 tsp
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Cashews and raisins – a few (optional)
Preparation:
1. Prepare the Rice Batter
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Wash rice well and soak for 2–3 hours.
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Grind rice with grated coconut and a little water into a coarse, slightly thick batter (not too smooth).
2. Prepare Jaggery Syrup
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Melt jaggery in ¾ cup water over low heat.
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Strain to remove impurities and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Mix Batter with Jaggery
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Add jaggery syrup to the rice-coconut batter.
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Add a pinch of salt and cardamom powder. Mix well.
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The consistency should be slightly thick but pourable.
4. Steam Kaniyappam
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Grease a steaming vessel or plate with ghee.
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Pour the batter into the vessel.
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Steam for 20–25 minutes until it sets and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
5. Optional Garnish
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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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