Narkel Naru Recipe
Narkel Naru or Sweet Coconut Balls is another popular dessert served during the Dussera or Bengali New Year celebration. In fact, this homemade dessert preparation is a common item served in every puja as a food offering to the deity. It is very easy to prepare and turns out really delicious.
Summary
Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
Interest GroupClassic
Ingredients
| Shredded coconut | 2 Cup (32 tbs), finely shredded | |
| Jaggery | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Cardamom powder | 1⁄2 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 327 Calories from Fat 112
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13 g20.7%
Saturated Fat 11.9 g59.4%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 47.6 mg2%
Total Carbohydrates 55 g18.4%
Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.1%
Sugars 47.1 g
Protein 2 g3.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin C 2.4%
Calcium 5.4% Iron 10.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
MAKING
1) In a skillet, add coconut and jiggery.
2) Place over medium heat and cook by continuous stirring for 10 minutes or until the mixture turns sticky.
3) Remove from heat and sprinkle the cardamom powder.
4) Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
5) Shape up 1-2 inches balls from the warm mixture.
6) Place them separated on a plate.
7) Cover with a clean cloth and allow to cool down completely. The balls will get firm, at room temperature.
8) Store in an airtight container.
SERVING
9) Serve as a light snack with any salty snacking item.
Image Credit: senskitchen.com
1) In a skillet, add coconut and jiggery.
2) Place over medium heat and cook by continuous stirring for 10 minutes or until the mixture turns sticky.
3) Remove from heat and sprinkle the cardamom powder.
4) Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
5) Shape up 1-2 inches balls from the warm mixture.
6) Place them separated on a plate.
7) Cover with a clean cloth and allow to cool down completely. The balls will get firm, at room temperature.
8) Store in an airtight container.
SERVING
9) Serve as a light snack with any salty snacking item.
Image Credit: senskitchen.com
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