Making these Laddoos was more than just a process.It brought back memories of fun filled times in the kitchen with Mom as she sautéed the semolina ever so gently making sure to not burn it.The sweet aroma of the semolina in the Ghee wafted through every corner of the house.I patiently watched her mix all the other ingredients and waited for her to ask me to help her roll them at the end.The laughter,the mess,the rolling of these balls,the taste testing all have their own little importance in this vastness of life.I’m thankful to my Mom for teaching me the importance of these little tiny moments that have stayed with me till today.I also believe that food plays such an important role in all this.Mom’s cooking has always been amazing and even though I try to recreate her recipes in my own kitchen, they always lack the same depth of flavor.Maybe its just her love that makes foods taste so good!
As a Mom to two kids myself, I can see my kids’ memories shaping up around food too.We spend a fair amount of time in the kitchen during the weekends where they like to step in and help me in whatever I do and I love to surprise them by making their favorite foods and see their happy faces light up!These Semolina Balls were quite the surprise since I don’t make Indian Desserts that often and I know they’re not going to last long!
The use of coconut oil is what’s unique about this recipe and I can’t seem to get enough of it lately!Traditionally you would use Ghee to make any Indian Dessert, but if you’re using Coconut the use of Coconut Oil makes sense.
Soft,moist and delicious these Laddoos are healthier and a perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth!I love the crunch from the almonds and the toasted coconut along with the nutty semolina and I think this would make any Mom happy 🙂
Semolina Balls (Suji Laddoo)
Ingredients
- Fine Semolina-1 1/2 cups
- Sliced Almonds-2 tbsp
- Shredded Coconut-3 tbsp
- Coconut Oil-3 tbsp
- Crushed Cardamom-1 tsp
- Sweetened Condensed Milk-1 cup
- Water-1/2 cup or more if required
Instructions
- In a pan heat the Coconut Oil and saute the almonds until slightly golden.Keep aside.
- In the same pan add the shredded coconut and toast until slightly golden.Keep aside.
- Add the semolina and saute on medium heat until slightly golden and a nice aroma develops.Keep stirring constantly to avoid burning at the bottom.
- Mix the almonds and the coconut into the semolina.
- Transfer into a mixing bowl and add the condensed milk.Mix together and check for sweetness.Add the water while still warm and start shaping the mixture into small balls.
- Cool and store in airtight container.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Moms out there!Our Mother’s Day event is organized by the lovely Heather from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks and you’ve got to see the wonderful menu we have!
Mother’s Day Brunch:
- Blueberry Coffee Cake from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Cornbread Pancakes with Blackberries from The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Crepes from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Hot N Sweet Mango Chutney from Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Lemon Glazed Raspberry Scones from Juanita’s Cocina
- Quiche Lorraine from Supper for a Steal
- Seafood Quiche from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Strawberry Rhubarb Compote from Noshing with the Nolands
- Sweet French Breakfast Crepes from Curious Cuisiniere
- Vidalia Onion Quiche from Comfy Cuisine
Mother’s Day Entrees:
- Cod with Stewed Tomatoes from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Grilled Vegetable Sandwiches with Herbed Goat Cheesefrom Foxes Love Lemons
- Lemon Risotto from Healthy. Delicious.
- Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp Caper Sauce from Family Foodie
- Pork dumpling (Shumai) from The Urban Mrs.
Mother’s Day Sides:
- Spaetzle from Magnolia Days
Mother’s Day Desserts and Drinks:
- Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls from Gotta Get Baked
- Chocolate Kahlua Cream Pie from Ruffles & Truffles
- Espresso Brownies from What Smells So Good?
- Fresh Blackberry Elderflower Sorbet from Shockingly Delicious
- Fresh Fig and Walnut Pie from Vintage Kitchen
- Gluten Free Coconut Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Berries, and Fresh Whipped Cream fromNeighborfood
- Lavender Shortbread Cookies from girlichef
- Lemon Meringue Pie from Pies and Plots
- Lemon Petit Fours from Home Cooking Memories
- Lemon Sorbet in Prosecco from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Milky Way Brownies from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Mini Coconut Pies from La Cocina de Leslie
- Mini Strawberry and Cheese Pies from Basic N Delicious
- Mom’s Apple Crisp from Cravings of a Lunatic
- Mom’s Texas Sheetcake from Daily Dish Recipes
- Raspberry and Hazlenut Friands from Happy Baking Days
- Semolina Balls (Suji Laddoo) from Soni’s Food
- Too-Good-to-Be-Lowfat Chocolate Eclair Icebox Dessert from The Weekend Gourmet
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I think I would LOVE these – almonds, cardamom and coconut? Right up my alley!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons recently posted..cold sesame noodles
I recently made my first savory Indian dish and now I need to make a dessert. These semolina balls sound like just the right one for me to make. I sure do love coconut and can imagine it would be difficult to stop eating these yummy treats.
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What a unique treat! I have never tried anything quite like this before, but I want to!
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Great use of semolina and fun bite-sized treats!
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These look so yummy, Soni! I hope your kids helped you make them so that they could form the same memories you have of making them with your mom. I know exactly what you mean about my mom’s recipes that I try to recreate never tasting as good as hers. It’s funny, isn’t it? In my case, it’s because my mom is a much better cook but also because it’s the memories behind the dishes that add a special somethin’ somethin’. I hope you had a fabulous Mother’s Day with your family!
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Those look positively luscious! Great recipe for #SundaySupper!
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I love recipes that bring back memories. I have so many of those! These look wonderful!
Those look really good. Always looking for a new way to use spices.
Ida recently posted..Preparing a New Generation: Cooking with Chef Bean
Mmmm we have some laddoo downstairs… Type to check them out 😉
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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What a tasty sounding recipe! I love dishes that bring back memories of special people, and these are the traditions that it is so fun to pass on too!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere recently posted..Thai Style Cabbage Salad with Crispy Fish
What a lovely treat for your family! And such wonderful memories from your mother’s kitchen. Your laddoos sound wonderful…I love the subtle flavor that coconut oil gives a dish 🙂 Happy Mother’s Day!
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wow, I LOVE this recipe Soni! I´m such a fan of semolina, but I never imagine it toasted. Isn´t that the greatest idea ever? Though I can´t find coconut oil around here, will have to go with ghee. I´m pinning these right now!
Never had this before, but I love the combination
Sarah recently posted..Espresso Brownies for a Mother’s Day #SundaySupper
These look so good and so easy!! Thanks for sharing on #SundaySupper.
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These look great and sound so easy to make. I always think it’s so funny that even though I follow recipes from my granny or mom, they never, ever turn out as good. It must just be some kind of mom magic 😉
Laura Dembowski recently posted..Lemon Meringue Pie #SundaySupper
I have everything to make these handy, I think I’ll try some!
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I’ve never een anything like these before, but they sound great! I love cardamom and I’ve been obsessed with coconut oil lately. Thanks for sharing!
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Wow! I never heard of this dish and I love it! I also love your post, so sweet!
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I’ve never heard of these before but they sound like delicious treats! i’d go with the coconut oil as well-I’ve been loving it lately too!
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