Badam Pottukadalai Ladoo (Almond Chana Dal Ladoo)
Description:
The Badam Pottukadalai Ladoo is a healthy, high-protein Indian dessert made from roasted gram dal, jaggery, almond meal, and cardamom. Perfect as a snack for kids, these sweetened balls offer an energy boost and are great for packing in lunchboxes or enjoying on the go.
Cuisine: Indian
Course: Dessert
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Roasted Gram Dal (Pottukadalai)
- 1/4 cup Powdered Jaggery
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom Powder (Elaichi), crushed
- 1/4 cup Almond Meal (Badam Powder)
- 1/4 cup Ghee (Clarified Butter)
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Roast the Gram Dal: Begin by dry roasting the already roasted gram dal (pottukadalai) in a pan. Roast it until it releases a roasted aroma and slightly changes color. This step enhances the flavor. Allow it to cool before grinding.
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Grind the Dal: Once cooled, grind the roasted gram dal into a fine powder using a mixer grinder.
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Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the roasted gram dal powder, powdered jaggery, cardamom powder, almond meal, and ghee.
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Knead the Mixture: Knead the mixture with your hands until it forms a dough-like consistency. The heat from your hands will help bind the ingredients together. Avoid adding more ghee unless necessary.
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Shape the Ladoos: Once the mixture holds together, shape it into small lemon-sized balls.
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Store: Place the ladoos in an airtight container and refrigerate. They can be stored for a few days.
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Serve: Enjoy these nutritious ladoos as a tea-time snack or pack them in snack boxes for a healthy treat. Pair with a hot cup of filter coffee for an extra boost.
Enjoy your Badam Pottukadalai Ladoo, a delightful and energizing snack for any time of day!
