Sathu Maavu Kozhukattai brings together the best of healthy eating and traditional taste. These soft, steamed dumplings are packed with nutrients from the health mix powder and sweetened naturally with jaggery. The coconut adds a lovely texture while cardamom gives them that perfect aromatic touch. I love making these on weekend mornings when I want something wholesome yet satisfying. They’re so much better than store-bought snacks and you know exactly what goes into them. Your family will appreciate both the taste and the nutrition these little beauties offer.
About the Recipe
This recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into something special. You get all the benefits of sathu maavu (health mix) in a form that everyone enjoys eating. The combination of puttu flour gives these kozhukattai the perfect texture – soft yet holding their shape beautifully. What I love most is how the jaggery melts into the mixture, creating natural sweetness without any refined sugar. It’s a guilt-free treat that works for breakfast, evening snacks, or even packed lunches. Plus, they’re steamed, not fried, making them light on the stomach.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These kozhukattai are everything you want in a homemade treat. They’re naturally sweet, so you don’t need to worry about added sugars. The health mix powder packs them with essential nutrients like proteins and vitamins. But the best part? They taste amazing. The coconut adds a subtle richness while the cardamom makes your kitchen smell incredible. They’re also really forgiving – if you’re new to making kozhukattai, this recipe is quite easy to handle. You can make a big batch and store them for later. My kids love them in their lunch boxes, and I feel good knowing they’re eating something nutritious and homemade.
Sathu Maavu Kozhukattai
Cooking Tips
Don’t add all the jaggery water at once – add it gradually to get the right consistency. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Always filter the jaggery water to remove any impurities. Make sure your steamer is ready before you start shaping the kozhukattai. Grease your hands lightly when shaping to prevent sticking. If the mixture feels too dry, add hot water one spoonful at a time.
Serving and Storing Suggestions
This recipe makes about 15-20 kozhukattai and takes roughly 45 minutes to prepare and cook. Serve them warm for the best taste. They pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or milk. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat them by steaming for 2-3 minutes or warming in the microwave for 30 seconds.
Similar Recipes
- Sweet Puttu with Jaggery
- Ragi Kozhukattai
- Coconut Modak
- Steamed Rice Balls
- Healthy Wheat Laddu
Nutrient Benefits
Sathu maavu provides essential vitamins, minerals, and protein from several grains and lentils. Jaggery offers iron and helps cleanse the liver while being easier to digest than refined sugar. Coconut adds healthy fats and fiber. The steaming method preserves nutrients better than frying. These kozhukattai give you sustained energy and keep you satisfied longer than processed snacks.
Sathu Maavu Kozhukattai
Ingredients
- 2 cup Sathu Maavu/ Health Mix Powder
- 2 cup Puttu Flour
- 2 1/2 cup Jaggery
- 1/4 cup Coconut Grated
- 2 tsp Cardamom Powder
- as required Water
- to taste Salt
Instructions
- Take bowl, add the sathu maavu mix, puttu flour, coconut, cardamom powder and mix well.
- Heat another pan, add jaggery and water.
- Add required water so that the jaggery gets dissolved.
- Remove and filter the jaggery water to remove any dust.
- Take a pan and add water to it.
- Add the required salt to the kozhukattai in water and boil it.
- Remove from fire.
- Add the filtered jaggery water and slowly add the hot water to the flour mixture.
- Knead them to the kozhukattai consistency.
- Do not add all the water.
- Gradually add them to the flour.
- Make the desired shape of kozhakattai from the mixture.
- Grease the idli mould and steam the prepared kozhakattai's for 10 - 15 minutes.
- Remove from steam and serve hot.
- This kozhukattai is very healthy and tasty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use regular rice flour instead of puttu flour?
Yes, you can substitute with rice flour, but puttu flour gives better texture and binding. If using rice flour, you might need to adjust the water quantity slightly as it absorbs liquid differently.
What if my jaggery has too many impurities?
Always dissolve jaggery in water and strain through a fine mesh. This removes dirt and undissolved particles. You can also use powdered jaggery which tends to be cleaner and dissolves faster.
How do I know if the kozhukattai are properly cooked?
They should look glossy and feel firm to touch. Insert a toothpick – it should come out clean. Properly steamed kozhukattai will have a slight bounce when pressed gently.
Can I make these without a steamer?
Yes. Use a large pot with a tight lid. Place a small bowl upside down in the pot, add water around it, and place your greased plate on top. Cover and steam as usual.
