Recipe !!top!! | Asha Maharaj Poli

variation uses a stuffing of boiled chana dal (lentils) and jaggery. Decadent Flaky Poli Recipe

This version is prized for its ultra-flaky pastry and a rich, aromatic filling that balances coconut, nuts, and spices. For the Filling:

Gul Poli is best enjoyed hot, with a generous helping of ghee or a dollop of fresh cream.

Melt the butter or ghee in the same pan and fry the semolina until it reaches a light pink consistency.

Take one ball and roll it out into a small, flat circle (about 15cm in diameter). asha maharaj poli recipe

Heat a heavy skillet, tawa, or frying pan over medium heat.

Pressure cook the dal with 2.5 cups of water for 3–4 whistles, until soft but not mushy. Drain the excess water (this water can be used to make Katachi Amti

Wash the chana dal thoroughly. Soak it in water for at least 30 minutes to speed up cooking.

Heat ghee in a pot. Add the coconut and fry on medium-low heat until it begins to turn golden brown. variation uses a stuffing of boiled chana dal

Place the rolled poli onto the hot tawa. Cook for about 30–40 seconds until small bubbles begin to form on the surface, then flip it over.

Strain the dal through a fine-mesh sieve. Let it sit for 10 minutes. Any excess water will make the filling too wet to roll.

1 cup (adjust slightly based on sweetness preference) Ghee (Clarified Butter): 2 tablespoons Ground Cardamom (Elaichi): 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg: ¼ teaspoon For the Dough Cover (Kanik) Cake Flour or All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups Salt: A pinch Turmeric Powder: ¼ teaspoon (for a beautiful golden hue) Water: Approx. ¾ cup to 1 cup (lukewarm)

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Polis keep incredibly well. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them with sheets of wax paper between each layer for up to 3 months. Simply reheat on a warm tawa with a touch of ghee before serving. How to Serve

A highly pliable, soft dough made from cake flour (or a mix of wheat and all-purpose flour), water, and a generous amount of oil to create characteristic flaky layers. Ingredients Checklist For the Filling (Puran)

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