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Sweet cake, madhur vada

Sweet cake, madhur vada

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Madhur vada is a traditional cake from Kerala, known for its rich flavor and sweetness, and is often prepared for religious ceremonies and festivals.

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Recipe from Plutus (Wikibooks), adapted by Recette de cuisine ·

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Madhur vada is a traditional cake from Kerala, resembling a dark, round, and sweet pastry. It is particularly popular during festivals and religious ceremonies in various regions of Kerala.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time20 min
  • Cook time15 min
  • Resting15 min
  • Total50 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodfrying
  • Estimated cost$4.59 $0.57 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

8 people
  • $0.26
  • $2.23
  • $0.45
  • $0.53
  • $0.70
  • $0.08
  • $0.34

Prices from US supermarkets for 4 of 7 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, thoroughly mix together the rice, flour, rice powder, sugar, salt, and cardamom powder. ≈ 4 min
  2. Mix rice flour, mango, and a little water to create a soft, dosa-like batter. ≈ 4 min
  3. Allow the dough to rest for 15 to 20 minutes before baking, for optimal results.
  4. Wet your hands and form a small, diamond-shaped shape. ≈ 3 min
  5. Heat the oil paint, then gild each wafer over medium heat until it takes on a golden color.
  6. Once the coconut meat has been chilled, it can be stored.

The bill

Sweet cake, madhur vada

  • flour – 1/4 cup$0.26
  • rice flour – 1/4 cup$2.23
  • granulated sugar – 3/4 cup$0.45
  • Cardamom powder – 1/4 teaspoon$0.53
  • One banana – (ripe)$0.70
  • salt – a small amount$0.08
  • oil paint, vegetable-based – for use$0.34

Total$4.59

that's $0.57 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Equipment

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Before you start

Ingredients

  • Ravi (sooji) – 1 cup
  • flour – 1/4 cup
  • rice flour – 1/4 cup
  • granulated sugar – 3/4 cup
  • Cardamom powder – 1/4 teaspoon
  • One banana – (ripe)
  • Coconut flakes – 2 tablespoons (optional)
  • salt – a small amount
  • water – as needed
  • oil paint, vegetable-based – for use

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