Aval ladoo
Aval Laddu, also known as Poha Laddu or Flattened Rice Laddu, is a popular South Indian dessert. If you are looking for a quick Indian sweet for krishna jayanthi or a flavorful healthy snack, this is one best choices.
THICK OR THIN AVAL?
I have used thick flattened rice but you can also use thin or red aval
Can I dry roast aval?
roasting aval in ghee makes it flavorful so I would recommend that.
Can I skip coconut?
Coconut is optional but it gives amazing flavor to the laddu so I would recommend that. If you are skipping coconut, reduce the sweetener accordingly.
Can I roast coconut and aval separately?
yes, to save time I prefer roasting them together.
jaggery or sugar?
you can use any sweetener of your choice. The taste of the laddu might vary accordingly. In this post, I have used brown sugar.
add-on flavors
aval is a bland ingredient so to make the laddu flavorful. I have used cardamom powder, milk powder, saffron, and coconut. You can use rose essence or any additional flavors of your choice.
Can I skip milk and milk powder?
They are optional but make the laddu flavorful. If you are skipping it add extra ghee for binding.
coarse grind
Avoid making fine paste. Coarse grind gives perfect texture for the laddu.
shelflife of laddu
Since we used milk and coconut, laddu won’t last long. Finish it within 2-3 days.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon ghee 1/2 cup Flattened rice 1/3 cup coconut 1/4 cardamom powder 1/3 cup powdered jaggery/sugar 1 tablespoon milk Pinch of saffron 1 tablespoon tbsp milk powder A few crushed almond flakes Little ghee to grease
How to make avail lady with step by step pictures
First, add ghee and heat
Furthermore, add flattened rice and saute for 30 seconds
Add coconut; mix well and saute till aval slightly changes color and turns aromatic
Turn off the stove Furthermore, add powdered jaggery/sugar, cardamom powder, and a pinch of saffron Mix well
Add milk and milk powder; mix well and cool
Transfer to the mixie jar; coarse grind
Finally, add almond flakes and mix well
Grease your hand with a little ghee and roll laddu
