By: Toshita Sahni
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Makar Sankranti 2025 will be celebrated on January 14 this year. Puran Poli is one of the most popular sweets made during this festival. Here's an easy recipe for it:
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1 cup Maida
1 cup Atta (whole wheat flour)
1 tsp Salt
2 tbsp Ghee
1 cup Water
¼ tsp turmeric powder (optional)
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1 cup Chana Dal (washed)
2 cups Water
1 cup Grated Jaggery
¼ cup sugar
1-2 tbsp ghee
1/2 tsp Cardamom Powder
Pinch of Nutmeg Powder
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Soak the chana dal overnight or for at least 6 hours. Later, transfer the dal to a pressure cooker, add water and pressure cook it for 3-4 whistles.
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Drain the water and mash/blend to form a coarse paste. Add 1-2 tbsp ghee to a heavy-bottomed pan/kadhai and then add the mashed dal to it.
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Add the jaggery and sugar. Stir to melt them and combine thoroughly while cooking on low flame.
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Once the mixture thickens, add the cardamom and nutmeg powder. Mix well and turn off the heat. Allow this puran (filling mixture) to cool completely.
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To prepare the dough, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour (maida), salt and ghee. Mix well to get a crumbly texture.
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Gradually add water and knead into a soft, pliable dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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Later, make flat balls out of the dough like it's done for chapatis. Dust with maida and roll out into a small circle. Place a portion of the filling in the centre.
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Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and seal it. Don't add too much stuffing. Gently roll it out again into a thin, even circle. Be careful not to tear it.
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Cook the puran poli on a hot tawa on medium heat. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, applying ghee as needed, until golden brown spots appear.
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Serve the puran polis while warm with a topping of ghee. You can enjoy them plain or pair them with milk, amti, or pickle.
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