Sweet Rice Flour Pancake Dessert (ariselu Payasam)

Sweet Rice Flour Pancake Dessert (Ariselu Payasam) is a traditional Telugu dessert that combines the flavors of sweet rice flour pancakes with a creamy, aromatic payasam. This decadent dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat after a delicious meal.

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Sweet Rice Flour Pancake Dessert (ariselu Payasam)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice flour
  • 1 cup jaggery (grated)
  • 4 cups coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1/4 cup cashews (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 tsp saffron strands
  • Water, as needed

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the rice flour with enough water to make a smooth, thick batter.
  2. Heat a non-stick pan and pour a ladleful of batter onto it to make a pancake. Cook until both sides are golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter to make more pancakes.
  3. In a separate pan, heat the jaggery with a little water to make a syrup. Strain to remove impurities.
  4. In a large pot, heat the coconut milk and add the jaggery syrup. Stir well.
  5. Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands to the pot and mix well. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Crumble the rice flour pancakes and add them to the pot. Mix gently to combine.
  7. In a small pan, heat the ghee and fry the cashews and raisins until golden. Add them to the pot and mix well.
  8. Simmer the payasam for a few more minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency.
  9. Remove from heat and serve the Sweet Rice Flour Pancake Dessert (Ariselu Payasam) warm or chilled.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
10g
Protein
8g

Supplies

Non-stick pan Large pot Small pan

Tools

Ladle Bowl Strainer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Sweet Rice Flour Pancake Dessert (Ariselu Payasam) as a delightful ending to a traditional Telugu meal or as a special treat during festivals and celebrations.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use coconut cream instead of coconut milk in this recipe.

Cost

$10