Puttu Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix rice flour, grated coconut, and salt.
• STEP 2.Gradually add water and mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
• STEP 3.Fill the puttu maker with alternating layers of grated coconut and the rice flour mixture.
• STEP 4.Place the puttu maker on a steamer and steam for 10-15 minutes until the puttu is cooked.
• STEP 5.Remove the puttu from the steamer and gently push it out of the puttu maker.
• STEP 6.Serve hot with kadala curry or banana and sugar.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use fine rice flour for the best texture of puttu.
• You can add cardamom powder or cumin powder to the rice flour mixture for extra flavor.
• If you don't have a puttu maker, you can use a steamer basket lined with a muslin cloth.

Storage and Serving

• Puttu is best enjoyed fresh and hot.
• Leftover puttu can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the puttu in a steamer or microwave before serving.