People of all ages love Gujiya, a traditional Indian sweet commonly made during festivals such as Holi and Diwali. To make Gujiya, you must prepare a sweet stuffing made of khoya, nuts, and dry fruits filled into the pastry. Finally, deep fry the pastry until it gets a crispy texture.
If you are looking to make this popular Indian dessert, then look no further. This blog post will share a simple and easy-to-follow recipe for making Gujiya at home.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/2 cup clarified butter (ghee)
- 1 cup khoya
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews
- 1/4 cup raisins (kismis)
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and ghee. Mix well until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
- Gradually add water and knead it into a smooth, firm dough.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate mixing bowl, crumble the khoya and add powdered sugar, chopped almonds, cashews, raisins, and cardamom powder. Mix well.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin circular disc.
- Place a tablespoon of the khoya filling in the center of the disc and fold it in half to make a semi-circle.
- Seal the edges of the semi-circle by pressing them together.
- Use a gujiya cutter or a knife to trim the edges and give the gujiya a decorative shape.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.
- Carefully place the gujiyas in the hot oil and fry them until they turn golden brown.
- Once done, remove the gujiyas from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
The delicious Gujiya recipe is now ready to serve. You can store Gujiya for a week in an airtight container.
Conclusion
Gujiya is a delicious and popular Indian dessert perfect for special occasions and festivals. So why not make these tasty Gujiyas for your family and friends and add a touch of sweetness to your celebrations? With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can now make this sweet treat in the comfort of your own home.
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