Holi 2024: Add Flavours To Your Holi Celebrations With This Dil Se Indian Namkeen Gujiya Recipe
Holi, the festival of colours, is incomplete without indulging in delicious traditional treats. While sweet gujiyas are a popular choice, why not add a savoury twist to your Holi celebrations with Namkeen Gujiyas? These crispy and flavorful snacks are perfect for munching on during Holi gatherings. This recipe is from Magic Rasoi. Nameek Gujiya offers a delightful twist to the traditional Holi treats.
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Flavourful and tasty Namkeen Gujiya recipe for Holi
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera)
- 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup roasted nuts
- 2 finely chopped green chilies
- 1 small finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
Step
- Step 1:
First mix flour, semolina, ghee, carom seeds, cumin seeds, and salt in a bowl. Add water to make a smooth dough. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Step 2:
Now heat oil in a pan. Then add carom seeds, cumin seeds, green chilies, onions, ginger and saute it. Add mashed potatoes, nuts, other spices, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add coriander leaves.
- Step 3:
Divide dough into balls. Roll out each into a disc. Fill with potato mixture, and seal edges to form the gujiya shape.
- Step 4:
Fry stuffed gujiyas in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 5:
Serve the crispy Namkeen Gujiyas hot.
The filling of Namkeen Gujiya is usually made with a delectable mixture of savoury ingredients such as spiced potatoes, peas, lentils, nuts, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. This blend of flavours offers a burst of taste with every bite, making it an irresistible treat for snack enthusiasts. Whether you're hosting a family Holi party, craving a mid-day snack, or simply want to indulge your taste buds, Namkeen Gujiya is a perfect option to try. Here's a simple recipe to make Namkeen Gujiyas at home and add a savoury touch to your festivities.
How To Make Nameek Gujiya
1. First in a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, ghee, carom seeds, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix all the ingredients well. Now add water and knead the mixture into a smooth dough. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
2. Now in a pan, heat some oil. Then add carom seeds, cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, onions, and grated ginger. Saute for a minute. Add mashed potatoes, roasted nuts, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes and put off the flame. Once cooled, add chopped coriander leaves and mix again.
3. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Then roll out each ball into a small disc. Place a spoonful of the prepared filling in the centre of the disc.
4. Fold the disc over to cover the filling and press the edges to seal.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the stuffed gujiyas in batches.
6. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides, flipping occasionally. Remove the fried gujiyas using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on tissue papers.
7. Serve the crispy and savoury Namkeen Gujiyas hot with some chutney.
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