Puttu

Recipe Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the rice for 4-5 hours, then grind it to a fine semolina consistency and allow it to dry.

2. 2

   Combine the rice flour with salt and sprinkle water little by little to get a bread crumb-like consistency.

3. 3

   Mix grated coconut into the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Fill the puttu maker with a layer of coconut followed by a layer of the rice flour mix, alternating layers until the mould is full.

5. 5

   Steam this setup on a pot of boiling water for about 7-8 minutes or until steam passes through.

6. 6

   Once ready, push the puttu out using a wooden skewer and serve hot.