Crispy Shankarpala Recipe

Shankarpala Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 0 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2 1/2 cups

Description:

Indulge in the traditional flavors of Shankarpala with this easy-to-follow recipe. These crispy, diamond-shaped treats are perfect for any festive occasion or as a delightful snack with your evening tea. Share the joy of homemade Shankarpala with your loved ones today!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup ghee
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Ghee for deep frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a saucepan, warm the water, sugar, and ghee over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
   • Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.
   • Add all-purpose flour (maida) to the bowl and knead into a soft, pliable dough. Ensure the ingredients are well combined.

2. Shape the Shankarpala:

   • Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
   • Roll out each portion into thin chapatis, about 1/3 inch thick, using a rolling pin.
   • Using a sharp knife or a cookie cutter, cut the rolled dough into small diamond shapes. Alternatively, you can cut them into your desired shape.

3. Rest and Dry:

   • Gently lift the diamond-shaped Shankarpala with a spatula and place them on a clean, dry cloth.
   • Allow the Shankarpala to air dry for about 1 hour. This step helps in achieving a crisp texture when frying.

4. Fry the Shankarpala:

   • In a deep frying pan or kadhai, heat ghee over low-medium heat.
   • Once the ghee is hot, carefully add the diamond-shaped Shankarpala in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
   • Fry the Shankarpala in hot ghee until they turn light golden brown and crisp on both sides. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
   • Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the Shankarpala from the ghee and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

5. Cool and Store:

   • Allow the fried Shankarpala to cool completely at room temperature.
   • Once cooled, transfer them to clean, dry containers or airtight jars for storage.
   • Enjoy the crispy and flavorful Shankarpala as a snack or serve them during festive occasions to spread joy and happiness.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 619.8
• Fat: 28.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 17.4g
• Cholesterol: 71.2mg
• Sodium: 5.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 83.9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 26.8g
• Protein: 7.8g

Recipe Notes:

• Ensure the ghee is at the right temperature for frying to achieve crispy Shankarpala.
• You can adjust the sweetness according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of sugar.
• Store Shankarpala in airtight containers to maintain their crispiness and freshness for a longer duration.
• Feel free to customize the shape and size of Shankarpala to make them more visually appealing.