Assamese Laru
"Laru" is a simple and quick to prepare sweet dish made from rice flour, gur (jaggery), and coconut, and is shaped into small round balls that are deep-fried until golden brown.
Equipment
- 1 Large Bowl
- 1 Deep Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup gur jaggery, melted
- Salt a pinch
- 1 Cup Oil for deep-frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the rice flour, grated coconut, melted gur, and salt.
- Knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
- Shape the dough into small, round balls.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the Laru balls until golden brown on all sides.
- Drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot or at room temperature.
Notes
You can also add cardamom powder or sesame seeds to the mixture for extra flavor.