Nuvvula Poornalu


Recipe prepared by Smt Mani Kumari
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Article written by Lakshmi Aparna


Delicious Nuvvula Poornalu ready to be served

Nuvvula Poornalu is a traditional South Indian sweet that is cherished for its rich flavor and delightful texture. Made primarily from sesame seeds, peanuts, and jaggery, this sweet treat is a staple during festive occasions and celebrations. Its unique combination of ingredients not only makes it delicious but also packed with nutritional benefits. Whether you're preparing it for a special event or simply to enjoy a homemade sweet, Nuvvula Poornalu is sure to impress with its authentic taste and wholesome goodness.

Soaking Time: 4 hours
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Main Ingredients: Sesame Seeds
Yield: 15 Poornalu
1 Cup Measurement: 200 ml

 

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Ingredients

Nuvvulu (Sesame Seeds): 1 cup

Bowls of sesame seeds ready for preparation

Pallilu (Peanuts): 1/2 cup

Fresh peanuts displayed for use

Kobbari Mukkalu (Coconut Pieces): 1/2 cup

Coconut pieces ready for the recipe

Bellam (Jaggery): 1 1/2 cups

Solid jaggery blocks used in the recipe

Oil: For Frying

 

Ingredients for the Outer Layer

Rice: 2 bowls

Raw rice grains for the outer layer

Minapappu (Urad Dal, Black Gram): 1 bowl

Whole black grams used in the outer layer

Salt: To Taste

Procedure

Preparation of the Outer Layer

Step 1: Soak 1 bowl of minapappu and 2 bowls of rice in water for at least 6 hours.

Soaked minapappu and rice ready for blending

Step 2: Drain the soaked minapappu and rice. Blend them in a mixer by adding a little water until a smooth paste is formed.

Blended minapappu and rice paste with medium thickness

The dough should have a medium thickness, ensuring it can be easily shaped into rounds.

 

Preparation of Nuvvula Laddu

Step 1: Heat oil in a pan on low flame. Add sesame seeds and fry them for about 10 minutes until they turn golden brown.

Sesame seeds frying in oil until golden brown

Step 2: In the same oil, add peanuts and fry them until they are crisp and golden.

Peanuts frying in oil alongside sesame seeds

Step 3: Once both sesame seeds and peanuts are fried, blend them together in a mixer until you achieve a coarse powder. Set this mixture aside.

Coarse powder of fried sesame seeds and peanuts

Step 4: In the mixer, blend coconut pieces with mashed jaggery until well combined. Add the peanut and sesame seed powder to this mixture and blend thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well integrated.

Coconut and jaggery mixture blended with peanut and sesame powder

Mixture ready to be shaped into laddus


Step 5: Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into rounds (laddus) using your hands.

Shaped laddus ready for frying

Step 6: Dip each laddu into the prepared rice and minapappu dough, ensuring they are well-coated. Carefully place them into the heated oil and fry until they achieve a golden brown color.

Laddus frying in oil with a golden brown hue

Fried Poornalu turning golden brown

Step 8: Once the Poornalu are golden brown, remove them from the oil and drain excess oil on paper towels.

Golden brown Nuvvula Poornalu ready to be served

Tasty Nuvvula Poornam is now ready to be enjoyed :)

Final presentation of Nuvvula Poornalu on a plate

Conclusion: Nuvvula Poornalu is a delightful sweet that combines the nutty flavors of sesame seeds and peanuts with the natural sweetness of jaggery. Its crunchy texture and rich taste make it a favorite during festivals and special occasions. Beyond its deliciousness, Nuvvula Poornalu offers numerous health benefits, thanks to its wholesome ingredients. Preparing this sweet at home allows you to enjoy a traditional treat while also customizing it to suit your taste preferences. Serve these Poornalu to your family and guests to add a touch of sweetness and tradition to your celebrations.

Note:

Jaggery is a rich source of iron and helps increase hemoglobin levels in the blood.

Sesame Seeds are an excellent source of copper, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.

Copper provides relief from rheumatoid arthritis.

Magnesium supports vascular and respiratory health.

Calcium helps prevent osteoporosis and migraines.

Zinc is beneficial for bone health.


 

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