Pori Kadalai is a light and crunchy sweet and salty mix made using puffed rice, peanuts, chutney dal and little jaggery. It is very quick to make and need only few simple things from kitchen shelf. The mix of crispy pori with nutty taste of kadalai and mild sweetness from jaggery make this such a nice snack to munch anytime.
This recipe is very simple and easy to make. You just roast, mix and it gets ready to eat in few minutes. It is perfect when you feel like eat something light but tasty. The mild sweetness and crunchy texture makes it enjoyable for everyone at home. Even small kids like it so much because of the balance taste and crispy bite that feels nice to eat.
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About Pori Kadalai
Pori Kadalai is made by mixing puffed rice, roasted peanuts and chutney dal with small amount of jaggery powder. It is an easy snack mix which can be made at home quickly. The taste is mild sweet and salty together which make it very satisfying. The puffed rice gives light airy crunch and peanuts bring that nice roasted smell.
You can add little cardamom powder or small coconut bits if you like, but even plain one taste very good. There is no cooking or sugar syrup here, just mix all in one bowl. It is light on stomach and easy to digest too. I like how jaggery gives earthy sweetness without making it too heavy.
The best thing is it can be done in few minutes and need no oil or frying. Even when you crave something crunchy at night, this can be made fast. The mix is dry and simple, so you can carry easily for travel or small snack break. It is such a comforting snack to eat something homemade and simple like this instead of packed ones.
I usually make this in small amount and finish same day. I love the smell of roasted peanuts and puffed rice, it itself make me hungry.
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Pori Kadalai Ingredients
- Pori (Puffed Rice) - I used crisp and fresh pori that gives nice crunch and lightness. If pori is soft or old, it not taste good, so make sure it is fresh.
- Whole Peanuts - I roasted peanuts in low flame till they turn golden and gives nice aroma. You can use skinned or deskinned ones.
- Chutney Dal (Roasted Gram) - I have used chutney dal to bring soft crunchy texture and light salty taste. It blends well with sweetness of jaggery.
- Powdered Jaggery - I used fine powdered jaggery which mix evenly with pori and nuts. It gives mild sweetness and bit earthy smell. If the jaggery is hard, powder it first before using.
How to make Pori Kadalai Step by Step
1.Roast peanuts until crisp, Set aside. Measure and get ready with all your ingredients.
2.In a mixing bowl, add pori, then add chutney dal, roasted peanuts
3.Then add powdered jaggery. Mix it well
Serve!
Expert Tips
- Use fresh crisp pori - I have used freshly bought pori. If yours feel soft, dry roast for few minutes to make it crunchy again.
- Roast peanuts slowly - I usually roast peanuts in low flame so it does not burn. This brings nice aroma and makes the mixture taste better.
- Powder jaggery fine - I have powdered jaggery very fine so it mixes evenly. If you add big pieces, it will not spread properly.
- Mix while warm - I like to mix the pori and peanuts while it is still slightly warm so jaggery stick lightly and coat well.
- Serve immediately - I usually serve it soon after mixing. If you keep for long, pori starts becoming soft and lose that crunch.
Serving and Storage
Serve Pori Kadalai as simple light snack with tea or coffee. It also goes well when you want something crunchy after meal. Store the leftover in clean dry airtight box and keep it in room temperature. It stays crisp for one day but best to eat fresh for best crunch and taste.
FAQS
1.Can I make it sweeter?
Yes, you can add little more if you like it sweeter, just make sure it not becomes too sticky.
2.Can I add coconut?
Yes if you like richer taste, you can add roasted coconut to the dish.
3.Is it ok to use nylon pori?
No, normal pori works best for this recipe, nylon one will be too light and not hold flavor well.
4.Can I skip chutney dal?
Yes, you can skip and add more peanuts or puffed rice instead.
5.How long can I keep this mixture?
You can keep for a day in airtight box, after that it starts losing crunch, so make small batch and finish same day.
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Pori Kadalai Recipe | Puffed Rice Mixture Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 and ½ cups pori / puffed rice
- ¼ cup whole peanuts
- 2 tablespoon chutney dal
- 2 tablespoon powdered jaggery
Instructions
- Roast peanuts until crisp, set aside.
- Measure and get ready with all your ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, add pori, then add chutney dal, roasted peanuts.
- Then add powdered jaggery. Mix it well.
- Offer Pori Kadalai to God on Saraswathi Pooja and serve!
Notes
- Use fresh crisp pori - I have used freshly bought pori. If yours feel soft, dry roast for few minutes to make it crunchy again.
- Roast peanuts slowly - I usually roast peanuts in low flame so it does not burn. This brings nice aroma and makes the mixture taste better.
- Powder jaggery fine - I have powdered jaggery very fine so it mixes evenly. If you add big pieces, it will not spread properly.
- Mix while warm - I like to mix the pori and peanuts while it is still slightly warm so jaggery stick lightly and coat well.
- Serve immediately - I usually serve it soon after mixing. If you keep for long, pori starts becoming soft and lose that crunch.
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