Recipe of Gujiya

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 cup khoya (reduced milk solids)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• Oil for deep frying
• Water for sealing

Directions

1. 1

   Mix flour and ghee to form a crumbly texture. Add water gradually to form a firm dough. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   In a pan, crumble khoya and roast until it turns golden brown. Add powdered sugar, mixed nuts, and cardamom powder. Mix well.

3. 3

   Roll out small portions of the dough into circles. Place a spoonful of the khoya mixture in the center.

4. 4

   Fold the circle in half, sealing the edges to form a crescent. Use a fork to create a decorative pattern along the sealed edges.

5. 5

   Heat oil for deep frying. Fry gujiyas until golden brown.

6. 6

   Drain excess oil and let them cool. Serve these sweet delights to add a touch of tradition to your festive celebrations.