Kaju Kozhukatta

Kaju Kozhukatta

Cashew-Filled Rice Dumplings Origin: Kerala

Introduction
A unique variation of the traditional kozhukatta, these steamed rice flour dumplings are filled with a sweet cashew-jaggery mix.

Ingredients:
 1 cup rice flour
¼ cup chopped cashews
¼ cup grated coconut
¼ cup jaggery
Cardamom

Instructions:
 Prepare dough from rice flour and water.
Mix jaggery, coconut, cashews, and cardamom for filling.
Shape dumplings, steam for 10–15 mins.

Pro Tips:
 Grease hands when shaping dumplings to avoid sticking.

Serving Suggestions:
 Serve as an evening snack or temple-style offering.

Fun Fact:
 This twist is especially popular during Vishu and Onam among younger families.