Cocunut and Rice Dumplings

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2

Coconut and Rice Dumplings recipe for a sweet and tropical dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 1/2 cups rice flour
	4 1/2 cups water
	1 teaspoon oil
	salt ( a pinch )
	2 coconuts , finely grated
	4 cups jaggery , grated ( you can use dark brown sugar instead but jaggery is believed to be healthier ! ! )
	1 teaspoon cardamom powder
	1/2 cup raisins , chopped finely

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

306

Sugar

33g

Fat

12g

Coconut and Rice Dumplings are a sweet dessert that is popular in various countries such as India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. These dumplings are made of rice flour dough that is filled with a blend of grated coconut, jaggery, cardamom powder, and raisins. The dumplings are then steamed until they are cooked through and served warm. Coconut and Rice Dumplings are a great dessert option for those who love tropical flavors and want to try something new. They are also perfect for sharing with friends and family after a delicious meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2.	Add the oil and salt to the water and mix well.
3.	Add the rice flour to the saucepan and mix well until a dough forms.
4.	Remove the dough from the heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
5.	In a separate bowl, mix the grated coconut, jaggery, cardamom powder, and raisins together.
6.	Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a disk.
7.	Add a spoonful of the coconut mixture to the center of each disk and pinch the edges together to form a dumpling.
8.	Steam the dumplings for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
9.	Serve the dumplings warm and enjoy!

PROS

These dumplings are a sweet and tropical dessert that will transport you to a beach vacation.

They are relatively easy to make and can be enjoyed by all ages.

CONS

The dumplings are quite sweet and may not be suitable for those with a low sugar diet.

Some of the ingredients, such as jaggery and coconut, may be hard to find in certain areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these dumplings are not the healthiest dessert option, they do contain coconut which has been linked to numerous health benefits.
Coconut is high in healthy fats and fiber, and also contains important vitamins and minerals.
Jaggery is a healthier alternative to refined sugar, but should still be consumed in moderation.