Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai

Peanut Chikki/Kadalai Mittai/Kadalai urundai is an excellent anytime diet snack or after food delight. Kadalai Mittai – Chikki is liked by all ages and is a very popular sweet mittai in Tamil Nadu. Protein content in the peanut is equal to the cashew. And thus peanut has a unique space in south Indian traditional food habits. Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai is prepared using split peanuts that are held by Jaggery syrup followed by the colorful coconut shreds gently topped here and there. Using Jaggery in peanut neutralizes Pitham which makes a great protein source.