Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped dates
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Oil for deep frying
Special Equipment Needed:
- Rolling pin
- Frying pan
- Gujiya mold
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, melted butter, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder.
2. Knead the dough until it is soft and pliable.
3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped almonds, cashews, walnuts, raisins, dates, cocoa powder, melted dark chocolate, and milk.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
6. Take a small portion of the dough and roll it out into a thin circle.
7. Place the gujiya mold on the rolled out dough and press down to cut out the shape.
8. Place a spoonful of the filling mixture in the center of the dough.
9. Fold the edges of the dough together to cover the filling and seal the gujiya.
10. Carefully drop the gujiya into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
11. Remove the gujiya from the oil and place on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
Time:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 12 gujiyas
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour.
- Butter can be substituted with vegetable oil.
- Powdered sugar can be substituted with granulated sugar.
- Almonds can be substituted with other nuts such as pistachios or hazelnuts.
- Cashews can be substituted with other nuts such as macadamia nuts or pecans.
- Walnuts can be substituted with other nuts such as almonds or cashews.
- Raisins can be substituted with other dried fruits such as cranberries or apricots.
- Dates can be substituted with other dried fruits such as figs or prunes.
- Cocoa powder can be substituted with carob powder.
- Dark chocolate can be substituted with milk chocolate.
Variations:
- The filling can be varied by adding other ingredients such as coconut flakes, dried cherries, or dried blueberries.
- The dough can be flavored with other spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
- The gujiyas can be filled with other sweet fillings such as jam or nut butter.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to roll out the dough as thin as possible for a crispier gujiya.
- Make sure to seal the edges of the gujiya tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- Fry the gujiyas in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Storage Instructions:
The gujiyas can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The gujiyas can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
The gujiyas can be served on a platter garnished with chopped nuts and chocolate shavings.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts
- Chocolate shavings
- Powdered sugar
Pairings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Hot chocolate
- Coffee
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt
- Chutney
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more melted butter.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more all-purpose flour.
- If the gujiyas are not crisp, fry them for a few more minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing the gujiyas.
- Make sure to keep the cooked gujiyas covered to prevent them from drying out.
Food History:
Gujiya is a traditional Indian sweet pastry that is usually made during festivals such as Holi and Diwali. It is believed to have originated in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India.
Flavor Profiles:
The gujiyas have a sweet and nutty flavor with hints of cocoa and dark chocolate.
Serving Suggestions:
The gujiyas can be served as a dessert or as a snack.
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Region: Indian