Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery
Soft, fluffy rice cakes with a subtle sweetness from jaggery and toasted coconut, steamed to perfection without baking. This indian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs rice flour, coconut milk, tablespoons, melted jaggery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons, melted jaggery
- 1/4 cup, grated fresh coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk rice flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until no lumps remain.
- Step 2: Gradually stir in coconut milk and melted jaggery until a smooth, thick batter forms.
- Step 3: Fold in grated fresh coconut and mix until evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Grease 4 small steamer cups or ramekins with coconut oil.
- Step 5: Divide batter evenly among cups, filling each 3/4 full.
- Step 6: Place cups in a steamer basket over simmering water, cover tightly, and steam for 20 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly soft.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Steamed Rice Flour Sannas with Coconut and Jaggery?
Indian vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
