Goan Sannas

Directions

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1 Wash and soak the rice overnight or for at least 6 hours. drain and grind to a fine paste with coconut and a little water or toddy, if using to a thick smooth paste.

2 If using yeast, mix 1 tsp sugar with 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl and sprinkle the yeast over it. Leave for few minutes to froth.

3 In a large bowl, mix together the rice-coconut paste, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture or remaining toddy , and enough water to make a think batter. Cover bowl and leave to rise, undisturbed, in a warm place for at least 4 hours or till batter doubles in volume.

4 Grease small steaming moulds. pour a little batter into each mould , leaving enought room for it to rise

5 Steam for 10-15 minutes till fluffy but cooked through. sanna are traditionally served with sorpotel.

6 Ready to serve