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Vettu cake with Chai Cardamom Glaze By Chef Akanksha Khatri

Akanksha Khatri
Vettu Cake is an tea time snack that is very popular in Kerala. Chef Akanksha Khatri shares the recipe for this south Indian treat.

Serves3

Cooking Time10-15 Min

Meal Typesweet

Preparation Time10-15 Min

DifficultyMEDIUM

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Ingredients

  • For Vettu Cake

    • 1 egg (large)

    • 1/2 cup powdere sugar

    • 1/4 tsp baking soda

    • 1 cup refined flour

    • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

    • oil for frying

  • For Chai Cardamom Glaze

    • ½ cup cardamom black tea

    • ½ cup icing sugar

PREPARATION

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk egg and castor sugar until combined.

  2. 2

    Add flour and mix cut and fold method.

  3. 3

    Add baking soda and cardamom powder. Knead gently to form a smooth dough. Add oil to bring the dough together.

  4. 4

    Rest the dough for 30 minutes. Divide the dough into two, form into a rectangular log.

  5. 5

    Using a sharp knife, slice the dough into 3/4 to 1" thick slices. Make two deep cuts on each slice (forming a cross on top of the cake), keep aside.

  6. 6

    Heat oil in a kadhai and deep fry, over a medium heat, until it turns golden brown.

  7. 7

    Drain on to a kitchen towel and cool before serving.

  8. 8

    Mix icing sugar and elaichi flavoured tea in a bowl to make the glaze.

  9. 9

    Apply the glaze on the Vettu cake and serve.

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