Rava Laddu

Introduction

Rava Laddu, a traditional Indian sweet, is often prepared during festivals and celebrations. Made from semolina (Bombayi Rava), this sweet treat is flavored with cardamom, dry coconut, and rich cashews. Rava Laddu is not just a dessert but a delightful treat enjoyed by both kids and adults. Its rich aroma and melt-in-the-mouth texture make it a favorite in many households.

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Yield: 15-20 Rava Laddu (depends on size)

Quick Navigation:

• Ingredients
• Procedure
• Step 1: Prepare the Dry Coconut
• Step 2: Fry the Coconut Powder
• Step 3: Roast the Semolina
• Step 4: Fry Cashews and Raisins
• Step 5: Powder the Semolina
• Step 6: Prepare the Sugar Syrup
• Step 7: Mix the Ingredients
• Step 8: Add Cashews, Raisins, and Flavorings
• Step 9: Shape the Laddus
• Conclusion

Ingredients

Bombayi Rava (Semolina) : 2 glasses (250 ml glasses)

Panchadara (Sugar) : 2 glasses (250ml glasses)

Endukobbari (Dry Coconut)

Yalukalu & Pachakarpooram (Elaichi & Edible Camphor) : 5 & a pinch

Jeedipappu (Cashews) : 50 grams

Kismis (Raisins) : 50 grams

Palu (Milk) : 1 cup

Procedure

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Coconut

Blend the dry coconut into a fine powder.

Step 2: Fry the Coconut Powder

Fry 1 glass of dry coconut powder on low flame until it turns golden brown and releases a good aroma.

Step 3: Roast the Semolina

In a separate pan, fry the semolina (Bombayi Rava) in 1 tsp of ghee over low flame until it emits a rich aroma.

Step 4: Fry Cashews and Raisins

Fry cashews and raisins in 1 tsp of ghee until they turn golden brown.

Step 5: Powder the Semolina

Blend the roasted semolina (Bombayi Rava) into a smooth powder.

Step 6: Prepare the Sugar Syrup

Boil 1 cup of milk with 2 glasses of sugar on low flame for 10 minutes, stirring until it thickens.

Step 7: Mix the Ingredients

Turn off the flame and add the powdered semolina, dry coconut powder, and ghee to the sugar syrup. Mix thoroughly.

Step 8: Add Cashews, Raisins, and Flavorings

Add the fried cashews, raisins, 1 tsp of cardamom powder, and a pinch of edible camphor (Pachakarpooram) to the mixture. Mix well.

Step 9: Shape the Laddus

While the mixture is still warm, apply a little ghee to your hands and shape the mixture into round laddus.

Conclusion

Rava Laddu is an easy and delightful sweet dish that can be prepared quickly with just a few ingredients. It is perfect for festivals, family gatherings, or simply when you crave a delicious, traditional Indian dessert. By following these steps, you can create a batch of laddus that will impress anyone who tries them. Enjoy this sweet treat with your loved ones!

Note: Alternate procedure: Once the fried semolina and dry coconut are blended, blend the sugar as well. Combine semolina powder, dry coconut powder, sugar, cardamom powder, edible camphor, fried cashews, and fried raisins in a bowl. Add 1 tsp of hot ghee and 1 cup of hot milk to the mixture and stir thoroughly. Form the laddus with ghee-applied hands.