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Kithul Treacle


What exactly is Kithul Treacle? Kithul treacle, also known as jaggery or kithul jaggery, is a traditional sweetener made from the sap of the kithul palm tree, which is mostly found in Sri Lanka. The sap is collected by tapping the trunk of the tree, and it is traditionally done in a sustainable manner. The sap is then boiled down in a large pot or pan until it thickens and becomes a dark brown, sticky liquid. The process can take several hours, as the sap must be stirred constantly to prevent burning.

Kithul treacle has a unique flavor and aroma, which is different from other sweeteners like sugar. It is used in a variety of traditional sweet dishes in Sri Lanka, and it is also used as an ingredient in Ayurvedic medicine. It is generally considered a healthier alternative to refined sugar, as it contains minerals such as potassium, magnesium, zinc, and iron.

The application of kithul treacle :

1.Kithul treacle is used as a sweetener in Sinhalese and Tamil New Year treats such as kavum, aluwa, aasmi, walithalapa, Pongal, paniyaram, Sri Lankan pancakes, and so on.

2.Kithul treacle is served as a dessert - Kithul treacle is a common accompaniment to curd, which is made from buffalo milk.

3.Kithul treacle can be used as medicine - Kithul treacle has medicinal properties that help prevent arthritis, improve complexion, relieve constipation, aid weight loss, and combat blood sugar. Here's a basic recipe for making kithul treacle:

Ingredients:

Kithul sap

Water (for washing the sap)

Instructions:

Collect the sap from the kithul palm tree. It is important to collect the sap from the same tree every day, as the sap from different trees can vary in taste and quality.

Wash the sap to remove any impurities or debris.

Heat the sap over a low flame in a large pot or pan. As the sap heats up, it will start to foam and bubble. Keep stirring to prevent it from burning.

Continue to boil the sap until it thickens and turns a dark brown color. The process can take several hours and the color will change from light yellow to dark brown.

Once the sap has reached the desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool.

Once the sap is cool, you can use it as a sweetener, or you can mold it into blocks.

Note: The sap is collected by tapping the trunk of the tree, as it is not harmful to the tree. It's important to be mindful of sustainable tapping practices to keep it running.

Also Depending on where you live the sap collection process may have different steps.

Mohamad Arif Hamid (talk) 04:06, 15 December 2022 (UTC)