Sunnunda

Description

Sunnunda is a traditional and delicious South Indian sweet, especially popular in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It’s a type of steamed dumpling made from rice flour and jaggery (or sugar), often flavored with cardamom and sometimes garnished with coconut or cashews. Sunnunda is typically made during festivals like Ugadi, Sankranti, and Diwali, or on special occasions. The steamed nature of this sweet makes it a healthier option compared to fried sweets, and it has a soft, chewy texture.

Key Ingredients:

Rice Flour: The main ingredient for the dough. You can use store-bought rice flour or make it by grinding rice into a fine powder.

Jaggery: The natural sweetener used to sweeten the dough. You can also use sugar if you prefer, but jaggery gives a deeper flavor.

Water: Used to dissolve the jaggery and mix with the flour.

Cardamom Powder: Adds a subtle, fragrant flavor to the dough.

Coconut (optional): Freshly grated coconut for added texture and flavor.

Ghee (optional): Adds richness and flavor to the dumplings.

Cashews or Almonds (optional): For garnish, to add some crunch and richness.