Gujiya is a traditional Indian sweet, especially popular during the festival of Holi. These crescent-shaped pastries are made by stuffing a thin, flaky dough with a sweet filling of khoya (reduced milk solids), coconut, and a mix of dried fruits and nuts. The filled dough is then deep-fried to a golden brown and often dipped in sugar syrup for added sweetness. Gujiya’s rich, indulgent flavor and delightful texture make it a festive favorite, symbolizing the joy and celebration of Indian culture and cuisine.
Gujiya Recipe:
Here’s a simple recipe to make one-
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- 4 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
- Water, as needed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup grated khoya (mawa)
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
- 2 tbsp raisins
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions-
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and ghee. Rub the mixture between your palms until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a firm dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the powdered sugar, grated khoya, chopped nuts, raisins, and cardamom powder to make the stuffing.
- Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Roll out each ball into a small disc using a rolling pin.
- Place a spoonful of the stuffing mixture in the center of each disc. Fold the disc over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Once the oil is hot, fry the Gujiyas in batches on medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried Gujiyas from the oil and drain the excess oil on paper towels.
- Allow the Gujiyas to cool completely before serving. Enjoy the delicious Gujiyas as a festive treat with your family and friends!
Note: You can also add desiccated coconut or semolina to the stuffing mixture for added flavor and texture. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
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