Kozhukatta (Sweet Rice Dumplings)

Recipe Instructions

1. 1

   In a pan, melt jaggery with a bit of water until it forms a thick syrup.

2. 2

   Add grated coconut and cardamom powder to the syrup, stir well, and cook until the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.

3. 3

   Boil water in a pan, turn off the heat and immediately add the rice flour and salt, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

4. 4

   Cover and let the rice flour mixture sit for about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Once the dough is slightly cool, knead it until smooth.

6. 6

   Make small balls from the dough, flatten each ball and place a spoonful of the coconut-jaggery filling in the center, and seal it.

7. 7

   Shape into smooth, round dumplings.

8. 8

   Place the dumplings in a steamer and steam for about 10-15 minutes until done.

9. 9

   Serve Kozhukatta warm.