Traditional Kerala Puttu
Experience the authentic taste of South India with *Traditional Kerala Puttu*, a beloved breakfast staple that is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Made with just four simple ingredients—rice flour, grated coconut, salt, and water—this steamed delicacy boasts a unique, crumbly texture and soft layers of coconut that melt in your mouth. Prepared using a specialized puttu maker, the recipe involves a simple steaming technique that locks in the nutrients while delivering a delightful aroma and taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free and vegan dish pairs beautifully with spicy curries like kadala (black chickpea curry) or sweet sides like ripe bananas, making it a versatile meal perfect for any time of day. Embark on a culinary journey to Kerala with this minimalist yet satisfying dish that captures the essence of traditional Indian cooking.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flour
- 1 cup Grated coconut
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of rice flour with 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Step 2
Gradually sprinkle 0.75 cup of water over the flour while mixing with your fingers until the flour becomes moist and crumbly.
Step 3
The texture should be such that when you press a handful of the mixture, it holds together, but it should crumble when you rub it between your fingers.
Step 4
Let the moist flour rest for 10 minutes to absorb the moisture properly.
Step 5
Prepare the puttu maker by adding water to the base vessel and setting it to boil on medium heat. Meanwhile, grease the cylindrical part of the puttu maker.
Step 6
Begin layering the puttu maker by adding 2 tablespoons of grated coconut at the bottom, followed by a layer of the moist rice flour (fill about a third of the cylinder).
Step 7
Repeat the layers until the puttu maker is filled, finishing with a layer of grated coconut on top.
Step 8
Attach the cylinder to the base vessel and steam the puttu for about 5 to 7 minutes until you see steam escaping through the top.
Step 9
Carefully push the cooked puttu out of the cylinder using a skewer or the stick provided with the puttu maker.
Step 10
Repeat the process with the remaining flour and coconut.
Step 11
Serve hot with curries such as kadala (black chickpea curry) or ripe bananas.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 579 grams (579.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1431 |
| Total Fat 29.60g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat 24.60g | 123% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1201mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 263.20g | 96% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.50g | 48% |
| Total Sugars 5.00g | |
| Protein 27.40g | 55% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 48mg | 4% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 485mg | 10% |
Source of Calories