Palada Pradhaman

Palada Pradhaman is a traditional South Indian dessert made with rice, coconut milk, and jaggery. It is typically served warm or chilled and is a popular dish for festivals and special occasions. The combination of sweet, nutty, and creamy flavors makes this dessert a delightful treat.

Palada Pradhaman is a sweet, creamy pudding that is popular in southern India. It is made with a combination of rice, coconut milk, and jaggery, and is often flavored with cardamom and nuts. The pudding is thought to have originated in the state of Kerala, where it is a popular dish for festivals and special occasions.

Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw rice
• 2 cups thick coconut milk
• 1/2 - 1 cup jaggery (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup roasted cashews
• 1/4 cup roasted almonds
• 1/4 cup golden raisins
• 1 tablespoon ghee
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder

Instructions

1. Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the rice and grind it to a fine powder in a blender.
3. In a large pot, combine the coconut milk and jaggery and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and add the ground rice.
5. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
6. Stir in the cashews, almonds, raisins, ghee and cardamom powder.
7. Cook for 5-7 minutes more, or until the mixture is heated through.
8. Serve warm or chilled.

Why It Works

• The use of raw rice gives the pudding a smooth, creamy texture.
• The coconut milk adds a rich, nutty flavor to the pudding.
• The jaggery adds a natural sweetness to the pudding.
• The cardamom and nuts add a warm, aromatic flavor to the pudding.