Allahabad Ki Gujia (इलाहाबाद की गुजिया)

इलाहाबाद की गुजिया (Allahabad Ki Gujia) is a popular sweet dish from the Uttar Pradesh Cuisine. It is a traditional Indian dessert made during festivals and special occasions.

Allahabad Ki Gujia (इलाहाबाद की गुजिया)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • 1 cup khoya (reduced solidified milk)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and ghee. Knead into a stiff dough using water. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the khoya, powdered sugar, chopped mixed nuts, and cardamom powder to make the filling.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a small puri (circle).
  4. Place a spoonful of the khoya filling in the center of each puri. Fold the puri over to make a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
  5. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the gujias on medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Allow the gujias to cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
6g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Rolling pin Deep pan for frying

Tools

Fork Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve the gujias warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to seal the edges of the gujias properly to prevent the filling from oozing out during frying.

Cost

$10