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Preparation Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Total Time
50 minutes
Ingredients for Halwa Puri
For the Halwa
Semolina (Suji): 1 cup
Ghee: 1/2 cup
Sugar: 1 cup
Water: 2 cups
Green Cardamom Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
Chopped Nuts (Almonds, Cashews, Pistachios): 1/4 cup
For the Puri
Plain Flour Flour (Maida): 2 cups
Water: as needed
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Oil: for deep frying
Kitchen Tools You Need
Mixing bowls
Rolling pin
Deep frying pan or kadai
Spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Knife and cutting board
Nutrition Details of Halwa Puri (per serving)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Halwa
Prepare the Sugar Syrup
o In a pot, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar dissolves completely. Set aside.
Roast the Semolina
o In another pan, heat ghee over medium heat. Add the semolina and roast until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
Combine and Cook
o Gradually add the prepared sugar syrup to the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the cardamom powder and cook until the mixture thickens.
Add Nuts
o Stir in the chopped nuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve
o Serve the hot halwa with freshly fried puris.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Puri
Prepare the Dough
o In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt. Gradually add water and knead to form a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Divide the Dough
o Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls
Roll the Puris
o Roll each dough ball into a small, flat circle using a rolling pin. Ensure they are not too thin.
Heat the Oil
o Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat.
Fry the Puris
o Carefully slide each rolled puri into the hot oil. Fry until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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