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    Aval Varattiyathu Recipe

    Last Updated On: Aug 22, 2024 by Sharmilee J

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    Aval Varattiyathu also known as Aval Vilayichathu is a traditional sweet made for festivals like Krishna Jayanthi. Aval Varattiyathu is a healthy snack that is popular in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. In Tamil Nadu it is called Vella Aval. Learn to make Aval Varattiyathu with step by step pictures and video.

    aval varattiyathu in a bronze bowl

    Aval Varattiyathu the name says it all…it is nothing but poha cooked with jaggery, coconut, ghee, nuts and dry fruits. It is called by different names vella aval or aval jaggery or sweet poha or inippu aval etc. Poha is very versatile and quick to make, check for more poha recipes here. You can make this for a quick neiveidhyam on fridays too.

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    • How to make Aval Varattiyathu Step by Step
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    • FAQS
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    About Aval Varattiyathu

    Aval Varattiyathu is a simple sweet made using aval, jaggery, coconut, ghee, nuts and dry fruits. Aval means poha and varattiyathu means sauteed so Aval Varattiyathu means poha sauteed and cooked.

    Aval Varattiyathu is also known as Aval Varatti or Aval Vilayichath or Vella Aval or sweet poha. In Tamil Nadu we call it as vella aval and in Kerala it is popularly known as aval varattiyathu.

    Aval Nanachathu and Aval Varattiyathu are very popular sweet snacks in and around Kerala. Though both uses aval and jaggery as main ingredients the method and taste varies.

    Aval Varattiyathu is pretty easy to make, just grab a few ingredients and you can make it in under 20 minutes.I have used raw poha as traditionally it is made like this but you can soak and add it too, check tips section for more details.

    aval varattiyathu in a bronze bowl

    Aval Varattiyathu Video

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    Aval Varattiyathu Ingredients

    • Aval – You can use either use thick or thin poha. I used thin poha.
    • Jaggery – Use powdered jaggery or block jaggery. Crush using a mortar and pestle if using block jaggery.
    • Coconut – Use freshly grated coconut for best taste.
    • Ghee – Use fresh puree ghee. I used homemade ghee.
    • Flavoring – Cardamom powder and dry ginger powder are used for flavoring.
    • Nuts & Dry fruits – Cashews, raisins are used for garnishing.
    • Others – Sesame seeds and fried gram dal is also used.
    aval varattiyathu ingredients

    How to make Aval Varattiyathu Step by Step

    1.To a kadai add 1/2 cup powdered jaggery and 1/2 cup water.

    add jaggery, water

    2.Mix it well and let jaggery dissolve completely. Let it boil for few minutes no need to check for any consistency.

    boil well

    3.Transfer to a strainer, discard the remains and set the jaggery syrup aside.

    strain the syrup

    4.Heat 1 tablespoon ghee add 1 tablespoon cashews broken. Fry until golden brown remove and set aside.

    fry cashews

    5.Add 1 tablespoon raisins let it plump up fry until golden brown, remove and set aside.

    fry raisins

    6.Add 1 tablespoon fried gram dal, fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

    fry fried gram dal

    7.Add 1 tablespoon sesame seeds fry until golden.

    fry sesame seeds

    8.Add 1/2 cup grated coconut.

    add coconut

    9.Saute until golden.

    fry coconut

    10.Now add jaggery syrup to it, give a quick mix.

    add jaggery syrup

    11.Let it boil.

    boil well

    12.When it starts to boil add 1 cup aval(poha).

    add poha

    13.Mix it well. Keep sauteing in low flame until poha turns soft. If you need sprinkle little water.

    mix it well

    14.Once poha turns soft add fried cashews, raisins, fried gram dal, 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder, 1/4 teaspoon dry ginger powder.

    add nuts

    15.Mix it well.

    mix it well

    Aval Varattiyathu is ready!

    Soaked version

    1. Add jaggery water in a pan. Let it dissolve completely. Strain the syrup and set aside.1-Poha(Aval) Jaggery Recipe
    2. Roast the broken cashews in ghee till golden brown and set aside. Rince poha well then soak it in water for 2 mins till it becomes soft. Add poha to the jaggery syrup in  the pan. 2-Poha(Aval) Jaggery Recipe
    3. Mix well until its coated evenly.Add grated coconut and cardamom powder,ghee and give a quick mix.Add roasted cashews and serve.3-Poha(Aval) Jaggery Recipe

    Serve hot / warm with a dollop of ghee…yumm!!

    aval varattiyathu cooked in a kadai

    Expert Tips

    • I used thin poha so it got cooked easily in jaggery syrup. If needed sprinkle little water.
    • If using thick poha you can can rinse poha soak for few minutes or until soft then add it.
    • Add a pinch of salt to lift up the sweetness.
    • Use black sesame seeds which is authentically used. I didn’t have so used white sesame seeds.
    • I recommend using thin aval as it absorbs sweetness and flavors well.
    • You can replace white poha with red poha too.
    • Instead of powdered jaggery, you can add cane sugar too.
    • You can even add few banana slices and serve.

    Serving & Storage

    Aval Varattiyathu tastes best when consumed fresh. You can serve it as such with a garnish of ghee fried nuts, coconut etc. It keeps well in fridge for 1 day.

    FAQS

    1.Aval Nanachathu & Aval Varattiyathu are they same?

    No both are different. Aval nanachathu is a no cook version whereas aval varattiyathu is cooking aval with jaggery and other ingredients.

    aval varattiyathu in a bronze bowl

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    Aval Varattiyathu Recipe

    Aval Varattiyathu also known as Aval Vilayichathu is a traditional sweet made for festivals like Krishna Jayanthi. Aval Varattiyathu is a healthy snack that is popular in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Learn to make Aval Varattiyathu with step by step pictures and video.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Servings2 people
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup thin aval
    • 1/2 cup jaggery
    • 1/2 cup water
    • 1 and 1/2 tablespoon ghee
    • 1 tablespoon cashews
    • 1 tablespoon raisin
    • 1 tablespoon fried gram dal
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
    • 1/2 cup grated coconut
    • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon dry ginger powder

    Instructions

    • To a kadai add 1/2 cup powdered jaggery and 1/2 cup water.
    • Mix it well and let jaggery dissolve completely. Let it boil for few minutes no need to check for any consistency.
    • Transfer to a strainer, discard the remains and set the jaggery syrup aside.
    • Heat 1 tablespoon ghee add 1 tablespoon cashews broken. Fry until golden brown remove and set aside.
    • Add 1 tablespoon raisins let it plump up fry until golden brown, remove and set aside.
    • Add 1 tablespoon fried gram dal, fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
    • Add 1 tablespoon sesame seeds fry until golden.
    • Add 1/2 cup grated coconut.
    • Saute until golden.
    • Now add jaggery syrup to it, give a quick mix.
    • Let it boil.
    • When it starts to boil add 1 cup aval(poha).
    • Mix it well. Keep sauteing in low flame until poha turns soft. If you need sprinkle little water.
    • Once poha turns soft add fried cashews, raisins, fried gram dal, 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder, 1/4 teaspoon dry ginger powder.
    • Mix it well.
    • Aval Varattiyathu is ready!

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    Notes

    I used thin poha so it got cooked easily in jaggery syrup. If needed sprinkle little water.
    Add a pinch of salt to lift up the sweetness.
    Use black sesame seeds which is authentically used. I didn’t have so used white sesame seeds.
    I recommend using thin aval as it absorbs sweetness and flavors well.
    You can replace white poha with red poha too.
    Instead of powdered jaggery, you can add cane sugar too.
    You can even add few banana slices and serve.
    Nutrition Facts
    Aval Varattiyathu Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (75 g)
    Calories 737 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 5g31%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Cholesterol 13mg4%
    Sodium 6mg0%
    Potassium 152mg4%
    Carbohydrates 152g51%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 77g86%
    Protein 7g14%
    Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
    Calcium 54mg5%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. suhaina aji

      July 26, 2013 at 12:47 pm

      I make them every weekend..lovely clicks..looks yumm

      Reply
    2. AparnaRajeshkumar

      July 26, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      Tasted this when i was in yoga residential ! divine !

      Reply
    3. Ramya Krishnamurthy

      July 26, 2013 at 1:22 pm

      this tastes so good and my fav too

      Reply
    4. Chitz

      July 26, 2013 at 3:09 pm

      Tasty & healthy one.. Love as an evening snack !

      Reply
    5. Gayathri Ramanan

      July 26, 2013 at 3:21 pm

      my mom make this often..yours look so good and delicious

      Reply
    6. VSGopalarathnam

      July 27, 2013 at 4:41 am

      My sister in law Hema makes this regularly in microwave
      Simple and tasty

      Reply
    7. Manjula Bharath

      July 27, 2013 at 5:53 am

      Aval with jaggery looks super delicious sharmiee 🙂 lovely clicks 🙂

      Reply
    8. Veena Theagarajan

      July 27, 2013 at 5:59 am

      I love this sweet snack.. I have posted this yesterday in my space too.. Looks so yum!

      Reply
    9. Sona S

      July 27, 2013 at 7:27 am

      Delicious one. Loved the clicks.

      Reply
    10. Little CookingTips

      July 30, 2013 at 10:23 am

      Yummy! We bought some coconut Ghee this weekend, and are looking for recipes to use it!:) Thanx for sharing!

      Reply
    11. Thava

      August 04, 2013 at 12:26 pm

      I tried this for aadi velli. came out yummy.. thanks

      Reply
    12. Amanda

      August 27, 2013 at 5:21 pm

      I make so many of your recipes and love them all! Tried this this weekend, and it came out superb. Also love your dosa/iddly recipe, rava iddly, and podi too. I've been cooking Indian food for years now (my partner is Indian) and I never get tired of it 🙂 thanks for continuing to inspire me!

      Reply
    13. Amanda

      August 27, 2013 at 5:25 pm

      Tried this recipe this weekend and it came out superb. We had after a day of fasting, along with sabudana khichdi, sauteed sprouts, and fried iddly (a feast!). Always love making your recipes because I know they'll come out great, and the step-by-step photos help a ton. I cook a lot of Indian food as my partner is Indian, and I never get tired of it! Your iddly/dosa, rava iddly, and podi are all favorites of ours. Looking forward to trying your fish fry next. Thanks for all of the inspiration!

      Reply
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