
Achappam
Rose-shaped crispy rice flour cookie fried in coconut oil. Kerala Christmas and Onam festive snack.
Time 30 min · Serves 4 · 240 kcal · Central Kerala, Kerala
Ingredients
Garnish
- Coriander Leaves (optional) (garnish) — 2 tbsp (chopped)
Main
- Coconut — 100 g (chopped)
- salt (optional) (whole)
- rice — 100 g (ground)
Tempering
- Coconut Oil — 2 tbsp (whole)
Method
- Wash and prepare all ingredients for Kerala Achappam. Chop vegetables, marinate protein if needed.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin/mustard seeds for tempering.
- Add the main ingredient. Season with turmeric, salt, and spices.
- Stir fry on medium flame until cooked through and slightly crispy.
- Adjust salt and spices. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot.
Common questions
- How many calories in one plate of Achappam?
- 240 kcal per plate.
- How much cooking time?
- 30 min — 20 min prep, 10 min cooking.
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