Kavuni Arisi Paniyaram (Black Rice Paniyaram)
Chettinad South Indian Breakfast
Diet: Vegetarian
Description:
Kavuni Arisi Paniyaram, also known as Black Rice Paniyaram, is a nutritious and traditional Chettinad snack made from Kavuni Arisi (Black Rice) and Karupatti (Palm Jaggery). The rich antioxidants in Black Rice, combined with the natural sweetness of Palm Jaggery, create a flavorful, healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Black Rice
- 6 tablespoons Palm Jaggery (powdered)
- 2 tablespoons Whole Wheat Flour
- 2-3 tablespoons Health Mix (optional)
- Oil (for frying in paniyaram pan)
Preparation Time: 4 hours
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Soak the Rice: Wash the Black Rice thoroughly and soak it in enough water for about 4 hours. After soaking, drain the rice.
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Grind the Rice: Add the drained rice to a mixer along with 1/2 cup (or as needed) of water. Grind the mixture into a smooth batter, similar to dosa batter consistency.
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Prepare the Batter: Transfer the batter into a mixing bowl. Add whole wheat flour and powdered palm jaggery to the batter. For an added boost of nutrition, you can also add 2-3 tablespoons of health mix or sathu maavu, though this is optional. Mix everything together to achieve a smooth batter consistency.
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Heat the Paniyaram Pan: Heat a paniyaram pan over medium heat, adding a little oil to each hole. Once the pan is hot, ladle the batter into each hole, filling them halfway.
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Cook the Paniyarams: Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 3-4 minutes, checking at intervals of 30 seconds to ensure they are cooking evenly. Flip the paniyaram using a spoon and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and crisp.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove the paniyaram from the pan. Repeat the process for the remaining batter.
Enjoy your healthy Kavuni Arisi Paniyaram as a breakfast treat or a delightful snack, paired with a hot cup of Ginger Tea. You can also serve it as a side dish with your South Indian meal, such as Mixed Vegetable Sambar, Chow Chow Thoran, and Steamed Rice.
Serving Suggestion: Serve hot for the best taste and texture!
