Bring the rich Maharashtrian culinary tradition to your kitchen

How to Make Maharashtrian Pooran Poli at Home: In a bid to bring the rich Maharashtrian culinary tradition to your kitchen, we present a step-by-step guide on crafting the delectable Puran Poli, a sweet flatbread filled with sweetened chana dal. This festive treat, hailing from the heart of Maharashtra, is not just reserved for special occasions; it's a delightful indulgence that can be enjoyed year-round.

Ingredients:

- For The Puran Poli Filling:

3/4 cup chana dal (split bengal gram)
1 cup chopped jaggery (gur)
1/2 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
A pinch of nutmeg (jaiphal) powder

- For The Dough:

1 1/4 cups of whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
1/2 tbsp ghee

Other Ingredients:

- Whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta) for rolling
- Ghee for smearing

For Serving With Puranpoli: Ghee

Method:

- Combine the flour and ghee in a bowl; knead into a soft dough using enough water. Divide the dough into 5 equal portions and set aside.

- Soak the chana dal for 30 minutes, drain, and set aside.

- Cook the dal in a deep pan with enough water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a deep pan, mix the dal with jaggery, nutmeg, and cardamom. Cook on medium flame for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring continuously until the jaggery melts. Mash at regular intervals.

- Cool the mixture completely and divide it into 5 equal portions.

How To Make Puran Poli?

- Roll out one portion of the dough into a 100 mm (4") diameter circle, using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
Place a portion of the filling in the center and fold the edges of the dough over the filling. Pinch the edges together to seal the filling.

- Flatten the dough and roll again into a 200 mm (8”) diameter circle, using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
Cook on a tava (griddle) over medium flame until golden brown on both sides. Apply 1 tsp ghee while cooking.
Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling to make 4 more puran polis.

- Smear a little ghee on each puran poli and serve hot. 

Indulge in the warmth of this Maharashtrian delicacy, Puran Poli perfectly crafted for the festive season and beyond. Immerse yourself in the traditional flavors of Holi and Diwali with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to be a hit in your home. Treat your taste buds to the authentic taste of Maharashtra, and savor the goodness of homemade Puran Poli served warm with a generous drizzle of ghee.

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