Athirasam / Adhirasam/ Ariselu / Kajjaya is a famous South Indian cuisine homemade sweet. It is popular since the 16th century. This deep-fried sweet is prepared on the occasion of Diwali in Tamil Nadu. Adhirasam is mainly prepared with Rice flour and Jaggery. Jaggery Adhirasam is most commonly made for the occasion which appears brown and tastes soft while the sugar made is slightly crispy and appears white.