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Ellu Sadham
Ellu Sadham is a traditional South Indian rice variety made with roasted sesame seeds and aromatic tempering. The nutty flavor of sesame blended with mild spice creates a deeply satisfying dish. Using Premium Akshaya Gold rice gives soft, fluffy grains that absorb the sesame masala beautifully without turning sticky. Perfect for Aadi month, temple offerings, or quick lunch recipes.
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Premium Akshaya Gold rice (rinsed & cooked) | 2 cups |
| Black sesame seeds | 3 tablespoons |
| Dry red chillies | 3 nos |
| Urad dal | 1 teaspoon |
| Chana dal | 1 tablespoon |
| Mustard seeds | ½ teaspoon |
| Curry leaves | 1 sprig |
| Hing (asafoetida) | A pinch |
| Gingelly oil (sesame oil) | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt To taste | -- |
| Jaggery (optional, tiny pinch) | A pinch |
Easy Ellu Sadham Recipe Instructions
1. Cook and Cool the Rice
Cook Premium Akshaya Gold rice until soft and separate. Spread on a plate to cool slightly.
2. Roast the Sesame
Dry roast black sesame seeds on low flame until they start to pop and release aroma. Do not burn. Cool completely.
3. Prepare Ellu Powder
Grind roasted sesame seeds with dry red chillies and salt into a slightly coarse powder. Do not over-grind (it will release oil).
4. Temper the Spices
Heat gingelly oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add urad dal and chana dal, sauté until golden.
Add curry leaves and hing. Sauté briefly.
5. Mix the Rice
Add cooked rice to the tempering. Gently mix.
6. Add Sesame Powder
Add the prepared ellu powder gradually and mix evenly. Adjust salt if needed.
7. Final Touch
Add a tiny pinch of jaggery to balance flavors (optional). Mix gently and serve.
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Premium Akshaya Gold rice (rinsed & cooked) | 2 cups |
| Black sesame seeds | 3 tablespoons |
| Dry red chillies | 3 nos |
| Urad dal | 1 teaspoon |
| Chana dal | 1 tablespoon |
| Mustard seeds | ½ teaspoon |
| Curry leaves | 1 sprig |
| Hing (asafoetida) | A pinch |
| Gingelly oil (sesame oil) | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt To taste | -- |
| Jaggery (optional, tiny pinch) | A pinch |
Easy Ellu Sadham Recipe Instructions
1. Cook and Cool the Rice
Cook Premium Akshaya Gold rice until soft and separate. Spread on a plate to cool slightly.
2. Roast the Sesame
Dry roast black sesame seeds on low flame until they start to pop and release aroma. Do not burn. Cool completely.
3. Prepare Ellu Powder
Grind roasted sesame seeds with dry red chillies and salt into a slightly coarse powder. Do not over-grind (it will release oil).
4. Temper the Spices
Heat gingelly oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add urad dal and chana dal, sauté until golden.
Add curry leaves and hing. Sauté briefly.
5. Mix the Rice
Add cooked rice to the tempering. Gently mix.
6. Add Sesame Powder
Add the prepared ellu powder gradually and mix evenly. Adjust salt if needed.
7. Final Touch
Add a tiny pinch of jaggery to balance flavors (optional). Mix gently and serve.
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