Sukhiyan is a South Indian fritter made with green gram, coconut, and jaggery. It is a popular snack that pairs well with a cup of tea for an amazingly delicious evening.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1cupgreen gram
- 1 1/2cupwater
- 1cupgrated coconut
- 1/2cupflattened rice
- 1tspcardamom powder
- 1/2tspcumin seed powder
- 1tspghee
- 1pinchsalt
- oil for frying
For Jaggery Syrup
- 3/4cupjaggery powder
- 1/4cupwater
For Batter
- 1cupall-purpose flour
- 2tbspfine rice flour
- 1pinchturmeric powder
- 1/2tspsalt
- 1 1/4cupwater
How to make Sukhiyan / Sugiyan
Prepare Green Gram
Dry roast the green gram.
Wash the roasted green gram.
Add the green gram to a pressure cooker with water and a pinch of salt.
Cook for 5-6 whistles or until the green gram becomes tender but not mushy. Set aside.
Prepare Jaggery Syrup
Boil jaggery with water until the jaggery completely melts.
Let the jaggery syrup cool down.
Prepare Batter
In a bowl, mix flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, salt, and water to form a batter. Set aside.
Assemble and Fry
In a mixing bowl, combine cooked green gram, jaggery syrup, grated coconut, cardamom powder, cumin seed powder, ghee, and flattened rice.
Mix well and make lemon-sized balls.
Heat oil in a pan.
Dip the green gram balls in the batter.
When the oil is hot, add the balls and fry until the outer layer is cooked.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy outer layer.
You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of jaggery.
FAQS
How do I make Sukhiyan / Sugiyan from scratch?
To make Sukhiyan, start by dry roasting 1 cup of green gram, then wash it and cook it in a pressure cooker with 1.5 cups of water and a pinch of salt for 5-6 whistles until tender. Prepare a jaggery syrup by boiling 0.75 cup of jaggery powder with 0.25 cup of water until melted. In a bowl, mix the cooked green gram with the jaggery syrup, 1 cup of grated coconut, cardamom powder, cumin seed powder, ghee, and 0.5 cup of flattened rice. Form lemon-sized balls, dip them in a batter made from all-purpose flour, rice flour, turmeric, salt, and water, and fry them in hot oil until golden brown.
Is Sukhiyan suitable for a vegan diet?
Sukhiyan can be made vegan by substituting ghee with a plant-based oil like coconut oil or vegetable oil. The rest of the ingredients, including green gram, coconut, and jaggery, are naturally vegan-friendly, making this snack a great option for those following a vegan diet.
What can I use as a substitute for jaggery in Sukhiyan?
If you don't have jaggery, you can substitute it with brown sugar or coconut sugar in equal amounts. However, keep in mind that the flavor may vary slightly, as jaggery has a unique taste that adds depth to the dish.
How should I store leftover Sukhiyan?
To store leftover Sukhiyan, let them cool completely and then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in an oven or air fryer to restore their crispiness.
What beverages pair well with Sukhiyan?
Sukhiyan pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of tea or coffee, making it an ideal evening snack. You can also enjoy it with a refreshing glass of coconut water or a sweetened yogurt drink for a delightful contrast.
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