Dhol Dhol (Thol Thol)

Dol Dol (Thol Thol)

Microwave Method

Contributed by Brenda Oliver on behalf of Willy D'Cruz

This is a well-loved Anglo-Indian recipe which, as Brenda says, is highly recommended for those who wish to put on weight!

Ingredients:

1 cup black rice flour ("puttu" rice)

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup water

1 - 13.5 oz. (400 ml) canned coconut milk

1 1/2 tbls. butter

1/2 teas. pure almond essence

Pinch of salt

Handful of sliced almonds

Method:

Mix black rice flour, sugar, salt, almond essence, and coconut milk.

Microwave on medium/high for 9 minutes

Remove and add butter; stir well

Return to microwave on medium/high for 10 minutes

Remove and spread on lightly buttered plates (makes 2 1/2 dinner plates)

Sprinkle almonds and let the dol-dol cool before cutting it into squares.