Rava Seedai

Rava Seedai is a classic south Indian snack made during festive times.

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Rava Seedai is a traditional South Indian dish that consists of small, round or oval-shaped, deep fried balls made from semolina and rice flour.
It is traditionally made during festivals such as Diwali, Krishna Jayanthi or Navratri.

It is often eaten as a snack and used as an offering to the gods.

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Rava Seedai Recipe

Rava Seedai is a classic south Indian snack made during festive times.

Prep Time1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: South Indian, Tamil Nadu

Ingredients for Rava Seedai

• 2 cup Rava (Sooji)
• 1 cup Rice Flour
• 1/4 cup Butter melted
• 1 cup Coconut grated
• little Cumin Seeds
• as per taste Salt
• as required Oil for frying

How to make Rava Seedai

• Combine the rava, rice flour, coconut, cumin seeds, salt and butter in a bowl.
• Mix well without any lumps.
• Add some warm water and mix well to a chapati dough consistency.
• Cover and keep aside for 45 to 60 minutes.
• Make small balls and keep them on a plate.
• Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium flame.
• Fry the prepared balls until light golden brown.
• Remove and drain excess oil.
• Store in an airtight container.