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Puttu is a traditional South Indian breakfast dish, primarily associated with Kerala, made from coarse rice flour steamed with grated coconut in a cylindrical mold. The dry roasting of the rice flour and the layering with coconut yield a distinct, crumbly yet soft texture. It is most commonly served for breakfast alongside spicy chickpea curry known as kadala curry, palm sugar, or ripe bananas.

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How is Kerala puttu steamed?

Puttu is steamed in a cylindrical puttu kutti, traditionally with alternating layers of coarse rice flour and grated coconut. Steam passes through the mixture until the flour becomes soft and crumbly.

What does puttu taste like?

Puttu has a mild rice flavor with a soft, crumbly texture and sweet, fatty notes from grated coconut. It is often eaten with kadala curry, banana, sugar, or a little ghee.

What is puttu served with in Kerala?

A classic Kerala breakfast pairs puttu with kadala curry, a black-chickpea curry seasoned with coconut and spices. Ripe banana and grated coconut are also common accompaniments for a sweeter version.

Can puttu be made without a traditional bamboo mold?

Yes, a metal puttu maker or another steam-safe cylindrical mold can be used. The key mechanics are coarse rice flour, coconut layers, and steam cooking rather than the exact material of the mold.

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