Indian
Indian - Desserts and Sweets
Surnali (Spongy Sweet Konkani Pancakes)
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups rice, soaked 4 hours
- • 1 cup freshly grated coconut
- • 3/4 cup grated jaggery
- • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1/4 tsp salt
- • 2 tbsp ghee, for cooking
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Wash and soak the rice for 4 hours, then drain.
2
Phase 2
Grind the rice with the coconut, jaggery, and yogurt into a smooth, thick batter.
3
Phase 3
Add the turmeric and salt and mix well; ferment the batter overnight in a warm spot.
4
Phase 4
Heat a cast-iron pan and grease it lightly with ghee.
5
Phase 5
Pour a ladle of batter into a thick spongy round, cover, and cook on low until the base is golden; flip and cook briefly.
6
Phase 6
Serve the surnali hot with a dab of butter or ghee.