Bhoplyache Gharge Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Sweet Pumpkin Puris)
Bhoplyache Gharge is a traditional deep-fried Maharashtrian snack crafted from grated red pumpkin, jaggery, and wheat flour. These subtly sweet puris are effortlessly prepared and are so delectable that they vanish in no time.
Ingredients
- 1-3/4 cups Kaddu (Parangikai/ Pumpkin), grated
- 3/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 2 tablespoons Jaggery, grated
- 2 tablespoon Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg, grated (optional)
- Salt, aa pinch
- Oil, to deep fry
Instructions
- To begin making the Bhoplyache Gharge, first heat a small wok. Add the grated pumpkin and jaggery. Cook on low heat till the pumpkin becomes soft.
- Take it off the heat and cool slightly.
- Add semolina, nutmeg and salt to the pumpkin mixture.
- Mix and add the wheat flour and add 1 tablespoon hot oil to the mixture.
- Knead to a firm dough (use little water if required or more flour if it is too sticky).
- Make small balls from the dough and roll out into round puris.
- Deep fry till golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to take them out.
- Drain on an absorbent paper.
- Serve the Bhoplyache Gharge Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Sweet Pumpkin Puris) for breakfast or lunch with
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