Annam's Ribbon Pakoda Maavu (ரிப்பன் பக்கோடா மாவு) is a traditional flour of raw rice, parboiled rice, chana dal and fried gram for crisp, golden ribbon pakoda. Just add salt, water, a little butter or hot oil and the flavour of your choice, press with the ribbon disc and fry.
Best for: ribbon pakoda for Diwali and festivals, or a crunchy tea-time snack to store in a jar.
Ingredients: Raw Rice (Pachai Arisi), Parboiled Rice (Puzhungal Arisi), Chana Dal (Kadalai Paruppu), Fried Gram (Pottukadalai).
Why choose Annam's
- Free from added chemicals and pesticides
- No added artificial colours or preservatives
- Ready-mixed flour – no soaking, drying or grinding at home
- Made in small batches
How to use
To 2 cups of Annam's Recipes Ribbon Pakoda Maavu, add salt to taste, 1 tablespoon of butter or hot oil, and chilli powder, cumin or sesame seeds if you like. Add water little by little and knead into a soft, smooth dough. Press through a murukku press with the ribbon disc straight into hot oil, and fry on a medium flame until the bubbles settle and the pakoda is crisp. Cool completely and store airtight.
Storage and shelf life
Best before 6 months from the date of packing. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight, and always use a dry spoon. Kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it stays fresh for up to 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as Ola Pakoda?
Yes. Ribbon pakoda is also called ola pakoda or ribbon murukku.
Which disc should I use?
Use the flat ribbon disc of your murukku press.
Why is my pakoda hard or oily?
Hard pakoda means the dough was too stiff – add a little more water. Oily pakoda means the oil was not hot enough – fry on a steady medium flame.
Does it contain wheat?
No. It is made only from raw rice, parboiled rice, chana dal and fried gram.
How long does it stay fresh?
6 months from the date of packing, and up to 12 months in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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