This recipe demonstrates how to make a soft, spongy Rava (Semolina) cake using simple household ingredients without the need for an oven, vinegar, vanilla essence, or cocoa powder.
The process involves blending semolina and sugar into a fine powder, mixing it with yogurt, milk, and a little oil to create a smooth batter. After adding raising agents and optional tutti-frutti for color, the batter is steamed/baked in a preheated pot for about 30 minutes. The result is a budget-friendly, delicious cake that is easy to make at home.
Detailed Recipe
1. Ingredients
Rava (Semolina): 1 Cup (Medium or any variety)
Sugar: 3/4 Cup (Adjustable to 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
Curd (Yogurt): 3/4 Cup
Maida (All-purpose Flour): 1/2 Cup
Milk: 3/4 Cup
Cooking Oil: 2-3 Spoons (Any regular odorless cooking oil)
Salt: A pinch
Baking Powder: 1 Teaspoon
Baking Soda: A small amount (pinch)
Tutti-Frutti: Optional (for garnish)
2. Preparation Steps
Grinding: Add 1 cup of Rava and 3/4 cup of sugar into a mixer jar. Grind into a very fine powder.
Mixing Wet Ingredients: Add 3/4 cup curd, 1/2 cup maida, 3/4 cup milk, and 2-3 spoons of oil to the ground powder. Blend again in the mixer until smooth.
Aeration: Pour the batter into a mixing bowl. Add a pinch of salt, 1 tsp baking powder, and a bit of baking soda. Mix thoroughly in one direction.
Customizing: Add tutti-frutti or choco-chips if desired for extra flavor and color.
Preparing the Tin: Grease a cake tray or a regular steel vessel with oil. Use butter paper if available to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
Pouring: Fill the tray only halfway with batter to allow space for the cake to rise.
3. Baking Without Oven
Preheating: Heat a large pot (or pressure cooker) for about 5 minutes on medium flame.
Baking: Place the cake tray inside the pot (no need for water or sand at the bottom). Close the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
Testing: Insert a toothpick or knife into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
4. Serving
Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before removing it from the tray.
Peel off the butter paper and slice. The cake should be soft and spongy.
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