Sweets & Desserts

Roasting the Poli

Puran Poli – A Sweet Symphony of Tradition and Taste (Maharashtra)

Servings: 4-5 Making dough time: 3-4 minutes. Making stuffing time: 18 minutes. Rolling time:2 minute (each). Frying time: 2-3 minute (each). Total time: 27 minutes. I prepared “Puran Poli” on the occasion of Ardra Nakshatra as a delightful variation to our traditional festive meal. Customary to cook dal poori on this day, which features a […]

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Panjiri Laddu

Panjiri Laddu

Servings: Preparation time: 18-20 minutes. Binding laddu time: 1 minute(each) Total time: 21 minutes. In our homes, “Panjiri Laddu” holds a special significance during the auspicious festival of Janmashtami, which marks the birth of Lord Krishna. This traditional sweet is lovingly prepared as a part of the bhog (offering) for the Lord Krishna. According to

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Palm Fruit Kheer ( Ice Apple/ Tarkun Kheer) Pudding

Palm Fruit/Tadgola Kheer (Ice Apple/ Tarkun Kheer) Pudding

Servings: 4-6 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 30-32 minutes. Total time: 42 minutes. One of my family friend was surprised when I mentioned that today’s dessert is “Palm Fruit Kheer ( Ice Apple/ Tarkun Kheer) Pudding”. They had never thought of using this unique fruit in a dessert before. I could see the excitement

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