Heat water along with salt and oil.

When it starts boiling, add the flour and stir immediately to incorporate.

Remove from stove and mix thoroughly.

Cover with a damp cloth and set aside until warm.

In a mixer jar grind the sesame seeds coarsely.

Add it to the grated coconut along with sugar and cardamom powder.

In a pan add ghee and the coconut mixture.

Saute for a minute and remove from flame.

Allow it to cool completely.

Knead the dough into a smooth mixture.

Divide into 14-16 equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Take a ball and holding it in both the hands, press with both the thumbs to make a small bowl.

Place some filling inside the bowl and close the dough to resemble half moon.

Pinch the edges to seal.

Arrange the prepared kozhukattais in a steamer plate and steam cook for 5 minutes.

Serve warm.