Authentic Tamil Nadu Tuticorin Macaroon with Filter Coffee
Delight in these iconic, delicate egg-white and cashew-studded meringues hailing from the coastal town of Tuticorin. Perfectly crisp on the outside yet delightfully chewy within, they make an exquisite pairing with a traditional cup of South Indian filter coffee.
70min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a clean, dry bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
3
Gradually add the powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time, continuing to whip until stiff, glossy peaks form.
4
Gently fold in the vanilla extract and finely chopped cashews using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the meringue.
5
Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to an hour until the macaroons are crisp on the outside and easily peel off the parchment paper.
7
Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving alongside hot South Indian filter coffee.
Ingredients
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup raw cashew nuts, finely chopped
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
1 cup freshly brewed South Indian filter coffee, to serve
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.