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Gulgulla

 

Gulgulla, also known as sweet pua, is a popular sweet dish in Jharkhand. It is made with wheat flour, jaggery (unrefined cane sugar), and fennel seeds, and has a soft and spongy texture. Gulgulla is usually served as a dessert or snack and is often made during festivals and special occasions. In this blog post, we'll explore the recipe of gulgulla of Jharkhand.

 




Ingredients:

1 cup of wheat flour

1/2 cup of jaggery

1/2 tsp of fennel seeds

Oil for frying

Water as needed

 

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, fennel seeds, and jaggery.

Mix the ingredients well and add water as needed to make a smooth and soft dough.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a ball.

Flatten the ball slightly with your palm and make a small depression in the center.

Gently drop the gulgulla into the hot oil and fry until it turns golden brown on both sides.

Remove the gulgulla from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain it on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Repeat the process with the remaining dough to make more gulgullas.

Serve the gulgulla hot or at room temperature.

 

Gulgulla is a delicious sweet dish that is popular in Jharkhand and is easy to make at home. It is made with wheat flour, jaggery, and fennel seeds, and has a soft and spongy texture. Gulgulla is a perfect dessert or snack to serve during festivals or special occasions. So, why not try making gulgulla at home and enjoy the sweet flavors of Jharkhand!

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