Rosho-Puli

Step 1—Make the puli

1. In a heated pan add freshly grated coconut, semolina (suji), sugar and cardamom powder.
2. Stir the mixture on low heat until the sugar melts and the whole mixture turns sticky and forms a lump. This should take about 8 minutes.
3. Transfer the mixture on to a plate and allow it to cool—just enough to handle safely.
4. While still hot, divide the mixture into 8 gram portions.
5. Working quikly roll each portion into a round ball, then roll in a single direction to form an oval shape.

Step 2—Cook the puli

1. Meanwhile heat milk in a pan. Once it comes to a boil, let it simmer for ten minutes.
2. Add a quarter of the total mishri now.
3. Add the salt. Don’t skip the salt, it balances the sweetness.
4. Add the puli now. Cook for five minutes while stirring gently and scraping the sides and bottom of the pan.
5. You will see that the puli will start floating to the surface. Cut into a puli and taste it to see if it has cooked all the way through to the centre.
6. Now, add the rest of the mishri.
7. Continue reducing the milk until it reaches a sauce like consistency—about 10 more minutes.
8. Serve while slightly warm.

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