Puran Poli Recipe Kit Recipe

About this recipe

Experience the authentic taste of Maharashtra with our Puran Poli Recipe Kit! This kit includes everything you need to create this traditional sweet flatbread, from chana dal and jaggery to wheat flour and aromatic spices. Perfect for festivals or a sweet treat, our kit simplifies the process with pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow steps. Enjoy the rich, melt-in-your-mouth puran filling encased in soft, golden poli. Order Now on the AnyFeast website or app and bring the flavors of India to your kitchen! Make family meals stress free with AnyFeast — a family meal planner built for Indian kitchens and busy schedules.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Trs Chana Dal
• 200G Anchor Unsalted Butter
• 1 L Ktc Sunflower Oil
• 1 Slab Kitul Jaggery Slab 500g By Raala - Natural Palm Sugar Sweetener For Cooking, Baking & Beverages – Rich Caramel Flavor, No Additives, Unrefined &
• - Whole Foods Market Organic Cardamom Powder
• - Schwartz Ground Nutmeg
• 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
• 1.5 Kg Bacheldre Organic Stoneground Strong Wholemeal Flour, 1.5Kg

Instructions

1. 1. Wash 1 cup of chana dal thoroughly and pressure cook it with water and a pinch of salt until soft. This should take about 3-4 whistles.
2. 2. Once cooked, drain any excess water from the chana dal and mash it to form a smooth mixture.
3. 3. In a pan, add the mashed chana dal, a jaggery slab (about 1 cup), a pinch of cardamom powder, and a pinch of nutmeg powder, and cook on medium heat until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan. This is your puran filling.
4. 4. Let the puran filling cool down completely.
5. 5. In another bowl, mix Bacheldre Organic Stoneground Strong Wholemeal Flour, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon sunflower oil, gradually adding water to form a smooth, soft dough. Let it rest for about 15 minutes.
6. 6. Divide the dough and the puran filling into equal portions.
7. 7. Roll each dough portion into a small disc; place a portion of puran filling in the center, close the edges, and roll it out gently into a flat circle.
8. 8. Heat a tawa or skillet over medium heat and cook the rolled puran poli on both sides, using a little unsalted butter for greasing, until golden brown.
9. 9. Serve hot with a dollop of unsalted butter or a side of milk.

How to make Puran Poli

1. Cook the chana dal. Wash 1 cup of chana dal and pressure cook it with water and a pinch of salt for about 3-4 whistles until soft. Drain any excess water and mash to a smooth mixture.
2. Make the puran filling. Cook the mashed dal with about 1 cup of jaggery, a pinch of cardamom and a pinch of nutmeg over medium heat until it thickens and leaves the sides of the pan, then cool completely.
3. Make the dough. Mix wholemeal flour, a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil, gradually adding water to form a smooth, soft dough. Rest it for about 15 minutes, then divide dough and filling into equal portions.
4. Fill and roll. Roll each dough portion into a small disc, place a portion of puran filling in the centre, close the edges and roll it out gently into a flat circle.
5. Cook and serve. Cook each puran poli on a tawa over medium heat on both sides, greasing with a little unsalted butter, until golden brown. Serve hot with unsalted butter or a side of milk.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total time required to make the Puran Poli?

The total time required is 1 hour and 20 minutes, including 1 hour for preparation and 20 minutes for cooking.

Can I make Puran Poli ahead of time and store it?

Yes, you can make Puran Poli ahead of time. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

What can I serve with Puran Poli?

Puran Poli is traditionally served hot with a dollop of unsalted butter or a side of milk.

Can I substitute the jaggery in this recipe?

For an alternative, you can use unrefined cane sugar, but the rich caramel flavor of Kitul Jaggery is recommended for authenticity.