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Ghughra

Cultural Context

Ghughra, also known as Karanji, is a traditional Indian sweet originating from Maharashtra, often prepared during festivals like Diwali and Ganesh Chaturthi. This delightful pastry, filled with a mixture of coconut and jaggery, symbolizes prosperity and joy. Today, variations exist across India, with each region adding its unique twist, making it a beloved treat for celebrations.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
300g Maida
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Pure ghee
2 tbsp Oil
750g Boiled potatoes
Salt to taste
1/2 tsp Garam masala
1 tsp Red chilli powder
1/4 tsp Cloves & Black pepper powder
Coriander leaves
Mint leaves
Green chilli
Salt
Sugar
Citric acid
Lemon juice
Water
Dry Red chilli
Peanuts
Salt
Water
Peanuts
Salt
Sugar
Turmeric powder
Citric acid
Water
Chilli
Dates
Tamarind
Jaggery
Sugar
Water
Salt
Corn flour

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: rice flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Almond flour is lower in carbs.

1

Make a dough using Maida, salt, ghee, and oil, adding water as needed to achieve a medium soft consistency.

2

Cover the dough and set it aside.

3

Prepare the aloo stuffing by mixing boiled potatoes with salt, garam masala, red chilli powder, and cloves & black pepper powder.

4

Make small puris from the prepared dough.

5

Add the potato stuffing to each puri and fold it, creating a design as shown in the video.

6

Fry the ghughra in medium hot oil until crisp and golden brown.

7

Serve hot with various chutneys.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfryingrollingstuffing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsglutendairy

Also Known As

KaranjiSooji Karanji

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