Sannas Without Toddy | Goan Steamed Rice Cakes

Sannaa (or 'Sandon' as they are locally called) are steamed rice cakes with a subtle sweetness along with the unique fermented taste of Toddy (known as 'Sur' in Konkani, which is fermented coconut palm sap). They are a part of every major celebration at the dinning table in Goa. While most parts of India would enjoy the naan, paratha, or special rotis, Goans steam up some soft, spongy rice cakes! Though Sanna and Sorpatel are considered an inseparable pair, these puffed rice cakes are fine with almost any curry and even on their own! The sweet, jaggery and coconut (choon) filled sannas tag along splendidly with tea, at breakfast and also in the evening. Here, I've used Active Dry Yeast, Coconut water and Sprite to help my batter ferment since toddy isn't available where I reside. I hope to visit Goa soon and make them in the traditional manner.
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Ingredients:
1/4 Cup Coconut Water (slightly warm)
1 & 1/2 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
2 teaspoon Sugar
(The water must not be too hot, that would kill the yeast. Take mildly warm water.
Stir the above mentioned ingredients vigorously till the yeast seems partially dissolved; set aside to activate for 15 minutes. It must bubble and foam. If it doesn't, it is an indication that the yeast is dead and must be discarded.)
2 Cups Goan Parboiled Rice (washed, soaked overnight and drained)
1 & 1/2 Cups Fresh Grated Coconut
1/2 Cup Pressed Rice (Poha; wash and drain)
1 & 1/2 Cup Tender Coconut Water (yield of every coconut is not the same)
1/4 Cup Sugar
The activated Yeast mixture
3/4 Cup Sprite (use as needed to adjust the consistency; if the coconut water is less, use some sprite while grinding)
(let the above mixture ferment for 4-5 hours)
Salt to taste
Oil for greasing the tins/molds
For the Choon(coconut-jaggery mixture):
1 Cup fresh, grated Coconut (can be increased/decreased)
1/4 Cup (+/-) Palm Jaggery
1/4 Cup (+/-) Cane Jaggery
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[@sadieazavedo604]

Florence, thank you again for your sanna recipes and pickles mango, lime, egg plant and many more I used in my kitchen. ❤❤

[@esperancafernandes3608]

I have to say, you are totally blessed to know all these wonderful recipes. Thank God for people like you who give exact recipes. Before goans would leave out an ingredient or two. I have to confess, when I need a recipe I come to you for direction. Thank you very much. Your family must be ever so proud of you.

[@elizabethjalnawalla8002]

I love to watch your videos on cooking Goan cuisines. Mouth watering dishes

[@romanzamoraes2692]

Ur videos r a bliss to watch…so peaceful…😌…

[@cathyrodrigues1643]

Absolute treat, beautifully done, super soft n moist😋😋 and the best I love💓 is Claudia

[@amydesouza7815]

just loved yr receipe, definitely will try, as I love sanas. Thank you for this new idea👍

[@lauraserrao8184]

Beautifully presented. Thank you.

[@sheshe3687]

Wow , each and every vid of urs is like zen. This and coconit pudding ill have to make soon

[@HasinaHomeKitchen]

Mashaallah yummy super New recipe 🤩 jazakallah khair for sharing recipe 🌹🌹❤️❤️🌹🌹🇮🇳

[@steffy68]

Beautifully presented Sannas 😍 I love ❤️ the one with the filling of coconut n jaggery.. Keep cooking 😊

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Staffy! Oh, yes, I prefer the same :) My mother would cook those choon-ones for breakfast 😄

[@lgf5554]

Wow.....a must try - love sannas am a Goan from d NCR

[@judithb2939]

Awesome love 💕 the sweet one

[@olivia1787]

Nothing beats Claudia mogachea and the memories of sorportel and sannas! Thank you for giving a simpler recipe where one can’t get access to toddy!!

[@merelynd2489]

Totally agree with u that nothing beats Claudia.. Soft shuttle music n sannas

[@damianaalvares6956]

An exquisite presentation of a traditional Goan rice cake that is not celebrated as much as other dishes from south India. Looking forward to making it. Would be ideally enjoyed if made with 'sur' and accompanied with chicken xacuthi or sorpotel.Thanks for sharing.God bless you.May we continue to celebrate Goan cuisine while holding on to other aspects of our tradition, our cultural heritage and roots in faith, hope and love.

[@valsapunnoose3901]

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[@FlorencyDias]

Wow, that's so beautifully said, Damiana :) I'm truly touched by reading this, for one of the aims of my channel is to celebrate our Goan culture which includes not only food, but also the very core of our lifestyle. And faith, love and hope are essential keys to our way of life. Thank you for being a sweet reminder of the beauty of our State 💕 God bless you and your family ✨

[@jessieabraham1359]

This is called Vattayappam in Kerala. Very well done recipe.

[@lancyluis9530]

Wow ..Goan Fiesta sanas.!! There is no Feast celebration in Goa without sanas..Keep it up. Love from Goa.

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Lancy! Lots of memories of celebrations with our family where we always had Sannas🤭😘 Lots of love from Mumbai💕

[@dancingqueen_123]

Wow superb

[@Anu-wd1zf]

This is we used to make in Kerala especially Christians and we call It Vattayappam (Round rice cake) 😀. We don't add jaggery mixture. We make plain sweet rice cake and decorate top part with cherries sliced in half.

[@cynthiarai1226]

Wow what a treat to watch this video 🙂all your videos are so amazing to watch.

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you very much Cynthia, that's so gracious of you to say ❣️ Have a great week ahead, my dear!

[@Stampingerms]

Tried them, absolutely fabulous! Thank you!

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Germana! Nice to read this my dear :) You tried the Sannas?

[@fatimamendes5341]

Very nice l love your way.

[@roquezinhafernandes995]

Very detailed explanation🙏

[@milindrahalkar1336]

Looks yummy

[@rashmibhandare1966]

Hi Florency,... Thanks for sharing this recipe... nicely explained and very neat presentation.... I would definitely like to try it out. God bless you.(Pune)

[@paripereira1187]

Thanks dear, will surely try this.... love from Pune

[@janettapkire1474]

Very well done. 🙏

[@geetc4138]

Wow yummy one of my favorite recipes thanks for sharing it...👍👌👍

[@FlorencyDias]

I'm so glad to read this, Geet :) Thank you!

[@regina.b.thomas533]

We make this for ash Wednesday every yr n in kerala we call it vattayappam. Nice watching ur video

[@robl4312]

Beautifully done ❤️, Love it 👏

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Robert :) Have a great week ahead 💫

[@jeancrasto4281]

Oh wow aunty love the recipe. Both of them look so delicious. Thanks for sharing 😋😍

[@FlorencyDias]

Hey Jean :) Thank you my dear! Much love ✨

[@alvarodsilva8082]

@@FlorencyDias Ll

[@normafernandes5838]

Looks delicious. I love sannas, Will give it a try. 👍

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Norma :) Happy to read this💫

[@sharillep5930]

Fantastic

[@corinnecarvalho462]

Hi Florency love your recipe and thank you for sharing. We don’t get Goan par boiled rice here what is the substitute? Thanks again brings back beautiful memories of my trip to Goa!

[@simplegoankitchen]

Absolutely amazing to see the soft & spongy sanna,, just love & miss the traditional toddy sanna😋😋

[@FlorencyDias]

Oh yes, I miss those too, @Simple GOAN KITCHEN! I long to have the ‘real’ ones :) Until then, I'll make do with this🤭 But I hope to visit Goa soon to make a video on the authentic way💫

[@simplegoankitchen]

@@FlorencyDias me too, being far from Goa dnt get much of the traditional delicacies from Goa

[@ritam2697]

Lovely recipe.... 👍👌👌 Thanks for sharing

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you, Rita! I hope you're having a good day💕

[@aldecoy]

Thanks this is a lovely recipe. Will try it .

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you very much, Alien 💫

[@shanthiebenezer203]

Thanks for sharing. Will surely try. It's similar to Vattaiappam of kerala

[@sidkuwait]

One day hopefully you have a million subscribers ❤️👍

[@sindhug9823]

Yummy yummy❤️

[@FlorencyDias]

Hey, thank you, Sindhu✨💕

[@geraldinerodrigues3289]

Florency Happy Feast of our Lady of Assumption and Happy Independence Day too. Thank you so much for sharing your video. May God and Mother Mary Bless you and your family always.

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Geraldine and thank you! A very happy feast and yes, happy independence Day 💫 I'm grateful to have been blessed with you as a part of this channel and community💕 God bless you and your family abundantly ✨

[@patriciadomingo7788]

God Bless You Flory🙏

[@bhagyeshrigawas43]

Thank you for this recipe. Waiting for you to share this recipe again by preparing it in traditional way.

[@FlorencyDias]

Most certainly, I will! Probably, after the monsoons, I'll pay a visit and recreate this :) Hope you're well, Bhagyeshri💕

[@yvonneferrao3356]

Looks so soft and spongy Lovely presentation

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Yvonne ❣️ Hope you're well, my dear💫

[@bertinarebello3898]

Too good 👍❤️ very nice and soft I will try

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Bertina :) So happy to hear from you! Hope you're well ✨💕

[@graciadsouza5661]

Sannas are my fav..... Yummy

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Gracia and thank you so much💕 Glad to read this💫

[@assuskitchenandnaturechannel]

Super 👍☺️

[@aneesaumar670]

Florence dear I’ll surely try making this mouth watering dish. Always wait to see a new dish from you. With lots of love from the U.S.

[@FlorencyDias]

Hey, Aneesa :) Hope you're well! Thank you very much for this, it is extremely encouraging and helps a lot✨ Sending you warm regards and loving hugs from Mumbai 💫

[@angelafernandesuk8808]

Nice 👍

[@entertainment-420-more]

yummy yummy😋😋

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you, dear Rakhi💕

[@jacquelinefernandes8801]

Great recipe and we'll explained. Thanks a lot.

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Jacqueline :) Have a lovely week ahead 💫

[@lalitafernandes295]

Thank you Florency and Tabitha..will surely try it out..from Mumbai

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you, Lalita :) Glad to read that you'll give this a try✨ And my daughter says hello as well!💕

[@Swiz85]

It looks quite simple... I am definetly gonna try it..

[@FlorencyDias]

I'm thrilled to read this, Swiz💕 Thank you ✨

[@geetananda6869]

👌too good will try surely

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Geeta, glad to read this✨

[@deliciousdishesandvlogs]

Yummy yummy

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you very much, @Delicious Dishes and Vlogs✨

[@vijayapai1277]

👍👍🙏

[@sherryfernandes9744]

Sanna is my favorite tooo love this recipe ❤❤😘😘😘😘😊😊mog asuni dev Borem dis duim tukai

[@FlorencyDias]

Hi Sherry! Thank you my dear :) Mog asum ani Dev Borem Korum ❤️😘

[@mariadmello8876]

What do you put for the sannas to become soft as it turns a bit hard after so many hours only thing I don’t use coconut water

[@geetadias8361]

So dilicious 💐💐

[@smitaprem9382]

tried it today following your recipe xactly. turned out fluffy and tasty. thks

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Smita :) So glad you tried it!

[@smitaprem9382]

@@FlorencyDias any tips on how best to reheat without microwave

[@helsingor8]

what do you eat with the plain sannas? thanks...

[@honeysharma7669]

Ram Ram 😊 will the result be same with any other quality rice as here in Rajasthan limited quality is available.

[@BAMSNotesSimplified_Medical]

Can we use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?? Please guide. This recipe looks yumm n i wanna try it with instant yeast. 🙏🙏

[@valentinafernandes3169]

Wow soo yummy thanks u dear God bless u

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you dear Valentina :) God bless you✨

[@anitaalemao7493]

Amazing

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Anita💫

[@MiniHutCooking]

Amazing recipe look so yummy 👍.

[@panz1207]

Thank you Mini Hut Cooking, much appreciated greetings from Australia.

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you very much, @Mini Hut Cooking :)

[@cherie2689]

How much sur/toddy do I use for the same quantity as this video?

[@franciscafernandes5800]

Thanks Can I use just coconut water Instead of tender one.

[@justinafernandes8698]

Lovely ♥️♥️♥️♥️ sanna is my favourite ❤️❤️❤️❤️☺️ thanks for the recipe mog asu ❤️💕🤍🤍☺️ dev boren dis duim dev boren koru tuka❤️

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you so much Justina 💕 Mog asum ani Dev Borem Korum ❤️😘

[@valerianandrade9854]

👌👌

[@FlorencyDias]

Thanks Valerian💫

[@steffirodrigues3819]

Hello Ma'am czn u plz tell me ifthe mixture is mixed inthe night n can b kept for steaming in the morning n secondly if the yeast is mixed more then the measurements by mixtake wt happens. I ve done bcoz tomorrow we got a feast.

[@sebastianzacharias14]

👌👌👍

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Sebastian!💐😄

[@marianunes254]

Florence can we make sannas of kolam rice n if not what rice to use I am from mumbai

[@rosygomes4239]

Excellent

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Rosy :)💕

[@ignasiadesouza3920]

Awesome n captivating recipe and presentation. I've always loved sanas but never made them myself. Now I will surely try. Thanks Florence for sharing. Happy feast n God bless

[@FlorencyDias]

Happy feast Ignasia! Thank you so much; glad that you'll give this a try my dear :) Also, I want to offer my special thanks for always being a support and part of this channel💕 God bless you and your family ✨

[@panz1207]

Thank you Florency, for this yummy treat,l am sure it's going to work up a major appetite, love the twist too.Take care greetings from Australia.

[@MiniHutCooking]

Nice comment, nice to see you

[@sucyajoy5839]

.......................,.,

[@FlorencyDias]

Dear Pan, I thank you so much for being a delightful fountain of encouragement and goodness to me, and to the others you've touched as well❤️ This virtual community space feels so much more tangible and ‘human’ because of the elements you bring. Much Love and appreciation from Mumbai💐💕

[@durgamenon1397]

Poli🥰🥰🥰🥰enna chiriya 😘😘

[@mercycardoz9422]

Very nice 👍

[@FlorencyDias]

Thank you Mercy💕

[@saviofonseca4587]

Florency you make me wanna come running to Goa. Lovely simple recipe. Will try it.

[@FlorencyDias]

Hahaha!😂 This comment has brought me so much joy! Thank you so much, Savio💫

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

I was so lost in the recipe that I even forgot to put a comment. Wonderful video👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

[@FlorencyDias]

Aww, Thank you very much, Dr Bruno :) Hope you're well and safe in Scotland 💫 Have a great and wonderful week!

[@gigoignatius]

In Kerala we call this as vattayappam. 🥰

[@zebamubeena3551]

Sanna can bake in microwave oven...How much temperature and its duration of time ⏲️plz ?

[@janicedcunha9092]

Friday morning with the Duo, Here's a weekend recipe I have longed for, Sannas to adorn my table all the way from Goa. Churning and stirring, With the guitar strumming, Makes the video interesting. Thanks Florency and Tabitha, For sharing the recipe and playing the guitar. Have a lovely weekend.👍😊💕💕💕💕

[@panz1207]

Hello Janice, you add so much vibrancy to this channel, Thank you, we are enjoying glorious weather down under ,take care bye Pan.

[@janicedcunha9092]

@@panz1207 Good afternoon from Mumbai Pan Z. Lovely sunshine in my garden too. Enjoy nature as much as we can, it's all gratis thanks to our Creator. Take care dear.💕💕💕

[@panz1207]

Janice elegantly expressed, most welcome to be my guest here cheers.

[@FlorencyDias]

I completely agree with Pan, you add a great deal of vibrancy to this space, Janice! Neither would the guitar nor the Sannas be the same without you :) I am thrilled to see the neighbourly bond that has sprouted here! Let the Love grow, Mog Asum💓

[@RisusCookingWorld]

Hi dear looks yummy and perfect rice cake 😋😋 lots of love from kerala India❤️ where are you from?

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello @Risus Cooking World :) Thank you for the sweet compliment! Good wishes and warm regards from Mumbai ✨

[@RisusCookingWorld]

@@FlorencyDias ok👍🥰 Happy Independence day 🇮🇳❤️ sorry for late wishes

[@dollyfaria3389]

What is "Poha"? I am Goan born in Kenya and I have not heard about this. Would like to try to make Sannas.

[@henselmiranda7168]

Any substitute for yeast..pl 👍👍

[@peaceonmotherearth1728]

I'm definitely going to try this recipe, I love coconut it's like my favorite tropical fruit besides the mangos.

[@FlorencyDias]

I'm happy to read this, Angely! Coconuts are among the best fruits, and are my favourites too✨

[@meghanamenezes]

My mom does the same for me. Request you to prepare a recipe on marzipan. From Mangalore.

[@venetiabarretto3675]

Thank you

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Venetia :) You're most welcome, my dear💕 Have a good week ahead 💫

[@tasneemnagarchi63]

Want Goan fish curry recipes

[@mariedelalvares504]

Florency, do you use plain coconut water or tender coconut water? Can't wait to try this recipe.

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Mariedel :) Lovely name! As for your query, I use tender coconut water for this, for they usually are filled with more, compared to plain coconuts. Thank you and I hope this helps 💫

[@mariedelalvares504]

@@FlorencyDias thank you

[@orfierodrigues3647]

How to stop fermentation if at night

[@bhartinair72]

I m from Goa. But never tried Sannas. After seeing this I will try. Only problem is toddy. I m in Dubai so that is not available. Or if available no idea what it called in wine shop. But I m going to try it. Will post result 😁

[@lailasiddiqui263]

"Kall appam " is how it is familiar in Kerala. very common among Syrian christian homes

[@soniadsouza3965]

Nice recipe can we use soda rather than sprite

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Sonia and thank you! Yes, sprite can be substituted with soda. There will be a bit of difference in the level of sweetness which you can balance with sugar :)

[@macklyndmello1627]

Hi can u make sannas with Toddy recipe

[@aldecoy]

Please show some more goan/ mangalorean beef/pork curry recipes too

[@FlorencyDias]

Yes, @Alien Dmello! I'll upload some more along the suggested lines. Meanwhile, do check my archives for my already uploaded videos :)

[@aldecoy]

@@FlorencyDias 🥰

[@susyzachariah8088]

This is called vattappam in Kerala. Wonder if Portuguese brought this to our coast to

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Susy ✨ There are so many commonalities between Kerala and Goa. I didn't know about this one, thanks for this bit of information :) As for the influence of the Portuguese with regard to this dish, I'm unsure of that

[@swela29]

Where do you live...sorry if u don’t mind sharing

[@FlorencyDias]

Hello Swela :) I live in Mumbai my dear; was born and raised in Varca, Goa💕

[@joaquimdias3148]

A dish for occasions A good presentation

[@FlorencyDias]

Thanks my dear Jo❤️ It's made for occasions, yes, but made specially with love for you🤭

[@MB-gg3ph]

Hii, add voice and Hindi language notes to reach larger section. 👍

[@PankajDoharey]

Some goan beef recipes please.

[@FlorencyDias]

I'll upload some more as we go along, Pankaj, thank you for the suggestion :) I have uploaded beef croquettes, meat loaf and beef potato chops, if these interest you💫

[@PankajDoharey]

@@FlorencyDias Awesome Thanks, nice rice cake BTW. Havent seen them will check it.