Achappam

Achappam's theme is one that has captured the attention of many people around the world. With its relevance in modern society, Achappam has been the subject of debates, discussions and research. From its impact on daily life to its influence on culture and politics, Achappam has proven to be a topic of great interest and diversity. As opinions and perspectives on Achappam continue to evolve, it is important to explore and understand all facets of this topic in order to form an informed opinion. In this article, we will dive into the world of Achappam to examine its different aspects and discover its importance in today's world.

Achappam
TypeCookie, Waffle
Region or stateKerala
Cooking time 45 minutes to 60 minutes
Main ingredientsRice flour
Ingredients generally usedEgg, Coconut milk, Sesame seeds
Food energy
(per 100 g serving)
634 kcal (2,650 kJ)[1]
Similar dishesRosette (cookie)

An achappam ('achh' meaning mould and 'appam' meaning food made with flour) is a deep fried rose cookie made with rice flour and egg predominantly found in Kerala and other parts of South India.[2][3] It is a signature Kerala snack believed to have originated from Dutch influence.[4][5][6] It has since spread to South East Asia, where it has various local names such as kuih loyang (brass), acuan (mould), cap (stamp), bunga ros (rose flower), bunga durian (durian flower), goyang (shake), kembang loyang, dok jok (water lettuce), etc. Rose cookies are shaped like flowers, slightly sweet crunchy, and available in teashops and snack shops all around South India.

Preparation

Achappam are made using patterned irons or molds to give the characteristic size, shape, and surface impression.[7] The iron is heated to a very high temperature in oil, dipped into the batter, then re-immersed in the hot oil to create a crisp shell around the metal. The iron is lifted from the oil after the cookie separates from the iron.[3]

Achappam batter is made from a blend of rice flour, eggs, sugar, and coconut milk.[6][8]

Achappam can be eaten plain and are also commonly spiced with sesame, cumin, and cardamom.[3][6]

See also

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References

  1. ^ "Achappam/Achu murukku Recipe: How to Make Achappam/ Achu murukku". recipes.timesofindia.com.
  2. ^ Gopalakrishnan, Swathi (24 December 2018). "Delivering Noël: Indians celebr-eat their Christmas, and how!". The Statesman. Archived from the original on 2021-05-25. Retrieved 13 December 2020.
  3. ^ a b c Rajkumar, Shanthini (31 December 2015). "Of rose cookies and kalkals". The Hindu.
  4. ^ Menon, A. Sreedhara (1979). Social and cultural history of Kerala. Sterling.
  5. ^ Choondal, Chummar (1988). Christian Folklore. Kerala Folklore Academy.
  6. ^ a b c Abraham, Tanya (2020). Eating With History. Niyogi Books. ISBN 9789389136265.
  7. ^ Engelhardt, Elizabeth S. D.; Smith, Lora E. (2019). The Food We Eat, the Stories We Tell: Contemporary Appalachian Tables. Ohio University Press. ISBN 978-0-8214-4687-4.
  8. ^ Bhathena, Tanaz (2019). The Beauty of the Moment. Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR). ISBN 9780374308483.


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