Thaen Mittai Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

It is a very classical sweet from the state of Kerala in India. Most of these desi candies come with health benefits, according to the makers. For instance, ellu mittai (made with sesame seeds) lowers cholesterol levels and increases bone density. Kadalai mittais are nutritious and good for bile-related problems : from the perspective of an organic farmer.

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3hr 25minstotal
3hr 10minsPrep
15minsCook
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3hr 10m.Prep
15m.Cook
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Ingredients for Thaen Mittai Recipe

  • 0.08 cup Idli rice
  • 1/50 cup Urad dal leveled
  • 1/50 teaspoon Baking powder
  • As required Salt
  • 0.08 cup Oil
  • 0.17 cup Sugar
  • 1/25 cup Water

Directions: Thaen Mittai Recipe

Preparation Directions

  • STEP 1.Soak in water for 3 hours 1 cup of idli rice and ¼ cup of leveled urad dal.

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Grind the soaked and dried idli rice and urad dal in a mixer grinder to get a batter.
  • STEP 2.Grind the soaked and dried idli rice and urad dal in a mixer grinder to get a batter.
  • STEP 3.To this batter add 1/4tsp of baking powder and a pinch of salt to taste.
  • STEP 4.Mix a tsp of orange or red food colour to the batter and stir well.
  • STEP 5.In a frying pan, pour in 1 cup of cooking oil.
  • STEP 6.Scoop up the batter with hands or spoon and gently dip into the frying pan to form balls.
  • STEP 7.Saute in a low flame for 2-3 minutes.
  • STEP 8.Transfer the balls into the sugar syrup. Let the syrup get soaked in for a few minutes until it becomes soggy.
  • STEP 9.Take out the balls and roll it in sugar crystals for final touch up.

Cooking Directions for Sugar Syrup

  • STEP 1.Boil in pan 2 cup sugar and ½ cup of water for a while.

Special Comments

  • STEP 1.The syrup should have a medium consistency.
Nutrition
value
429
calories per serving
29 g Fat4 g Protein38 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    29g
  • Protein
    4g
  • Carbs
    38g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    38g
  • Protein
    4g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    29g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    11mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    16mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    22mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    66mg
  • Selenium
    4mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp