Aval Nanachathu Recipe also known as sweet poha or aval sharkara, is a 10-minute healthy and tasty South Indian breakfast or snack recipe made with simple ingredients like poha, coconut, and jaggery.
I slightly twist it by seasoning and flavoring it with ghee, nuts, and cardamom powder, hope you like it. (step-by-step-recipe-video)
About Aval Nanachathu Recipe:
This recipe for Aval Nanachathu is a quick, easy, and perfect recipe for those busy or lazy mornings. It is not just a simple recipe; in fact, it is a healthy recipe for everyone.
Aval Nanachathu or Aval Sharkara is a traditional South Indian snack or breakfast recipe that has been cherished for generations. Originating from Kerala, this dish is often made during festivals and special occasions.
Combining poha, coconut, and jaggery brings a sweet and flavorful treat everyone loves.
I love the simplicity of this recipe. Since I am from Bihar and being a Bihari, we use poha in many different ways, but this new way of making poha, is something I had for the first time when I got married in South India. Yep, that’s a long story—maybe I will explain that sometime later.
For now, I love making Sweet Aval with Jaggery for my own family, and my daughter enjoys it just as much as I do.
So if you like this sweet poha recipe then don’t forget to tell us how you liked it.
Serving Suggestion:
Aval Nanachathu or aval sharkara can be enjoyed as a snack at any time of the day. It’s perfect for breakfast or as an evening snack with tea, or even as a light dessert after meals. You can pack it in your kids’ lunch boxes or carry it to work for a quick energy boost.
Storage Suggestion:
Aval Nanachathu tastes best only when it is fresh. Though it doesn’t spoil 1-2 days it’s better to finish as soon as possible.
Pro Tips for Sweet Poha Recipe:
Use fresh, soft, and thin poha for the best results.
Adjust the amount of jaggery according to your taste preference.
Toast the sesame seeds lightly to enhance their flavor.
Do not throw the water off the coconut, instead save the water and use it while making poha if you feel the poha is too dry for you, drink the rest of the water. 🙂
Why You Should Make this Aval Sharkara:
Quick and Easy: Takes only about 20 minutes to prepare this easy recipe.
Nutritious: Packed with the goodness of poha, coconut, and jaggery.
Kid-Friendly: A sweet treat that kids will love.
Versatile: This Can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
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Basic Ingredients Used to Make Sweet Aval with Jaggery:
Poha: Poha is the key ingredient, prefer using thin poha only for this recipe.
Coconut: Adds a rich texture and flavor, without coconut this recipe is incomplete.
Jaggery: This recipe calls for jaggery so make sure to use jaggery instead of sugar.
Nuts & seeds: Nuts and seeds add crunch and chewiness and seeds give a nutty flavor and are rich in nutrients. You can use any nuts and seeds for this aval sharkara recipe or you can skip also.
Cardamom: Cardamom brings a nice aromatic flavor to the recipe.
Aval Nanachathu Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a kadai (pan). Add the cashew nuts and roast until they turn golden. Then, add the raisins and roast until they become plump. Take them out and set aside on a plate.
- Add sesame seeds to the kadai and roast them lightly. Set aside. Save any extra ghee in the kadai, as you can add it while mixing the poha.
- In a mixing bowl, add grated coconut, grated jaggery, and poha. Mix everything well.
- If the poha mixture feels too dry, add a little coconut water to moisten it.
- Add the roasted nuts, raisins, sesame seeds and cardamom powder to the poha mixture along with any leftover ghee. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Serve immediately.
- Aval Nanachattu can also be served with banana and milk for an added touch.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use red poha instead of white poha?
Yes, red poha can be used. It adds a slightly different texture and is more nutritious.
What type of poha should I use?
Thin poha works best for Aval Nanachattu as it absorbs the flavors well and has a light, fluffy texture. However, you can also use thick poha if that’s what you have on hand. Just make sure to add water properly while mixing so that it is not that hard to eat.
Can I skip the ghee for a vegan version?
Yes, you can skip the ghee to make this recipe vegan. You can roast the nuts and raisins in a little coconut oil or simply use them raw if you prefer.
What can I serve with Aval Nanachattu?
Aval Nanachattu can be enjoyed on its own or served with banana and milk for a more filling snack. It’s also great with a cup of tea or coffee.
Is Aval Nanachattu a healthy snack?
Yes, Aval Nanachattu is a healthy snack. It is made with poha, which is a good source of carbohydrates, coconut for healthy fats, and jaggery, which is rich in iron and minerals. The addition of nuts and raisins provides additional nutrients.
Can I use sugar instead of jaggery?
While jaggery gives a rich and authentic flavor to Aval Nanachattu, you can use brown sugar or regular sugar if you prefer. Keep in mind that the flavor will be slightly different.
Can I use desiccated coconut instead of fresh coconut?
I would recommend using only fresh coconut, but in case you don’t have you can dry using desiccated coconut.
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