Chiroti is a traditional Indian dessert popular in Karnataka and Maharashtra. It is also known as Khaja in some regions. Here’s a detailed recipe for making Chiroti:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- Water (for kneading)
- Oil (for deep frying)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Cardamom powder (optional, for flavor)
Instructions:
Dough Preparation:
- Take the all-purpose flour (maida) in a mixing bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoons of ghee to it.
- Rub the ghee into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a stiff dough. The dough should be firm but pliable.
Resting the Dough:
- Once the dough is ready, cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
Rolling the Dough:
- After resting, divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls.
- Take one ball at a time and roll it into a thin, translucent disc using a rolling pin. Dust the surface and rolling pin with flour if needed to prevent sticking.
Folding Technique:
- Once rolled out, apply ghee all over the rolled dough.
- Fold the rolled dough into half. Apply ghee on the folded side.
- Fold it again into half. You will have a small triangle-shaped dough.
Further Folding:
- Apply ghee on the folded triangle.
- Fold one side towards the center.
- Fold the other side over it, so it slightly overlaps the first folded side.
- Apply ghee on the folded sides and press gently.
Rolling and Folding:
- Repeat the process for all the dough balls. Keep them covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
Shaping Chiroti:
- Take one folded dough triangle and roll it out into a thin, flat disc again.
Frying:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadhai on medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, gently slide in the rolled-out chiroti.
- Fry it until it puffs up and turns golden brown on both sides. Press gently with a slotted spoon while frying to help it puff up.
- Once done, remove from the oil and drain excess oil by placing it on paper towels.
Serving:
- Let the chiroti cool down slightly.
- Dust them generously with powdered sugar mixed with a hint of cardamom powder for added flavor.
- Serve the chiroti warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy your crispy and delicious Chiroti as a delightful treat!
