Asha Maharaj | Poli Recipe Extra Quality

Asha Maharaj is a renowned South African culinary icon known for her traditional Indian recipes that have been passed down through generations. Her Puran Poli

1. In a large bowl, sift the flour, salt, and 1 tsp of sugar together.
2. Add the 2 tbsp of ghee (or oil) into the flour. Rub it between your palms until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. This ensures the poli remains soft.
3. Gradually add warm water, a little at a time, and knead to form a soft, pliable dough.

   Asha Maharaj's pastry is known for being soft yet capable of frying to a crisp, golden finish. asha maharaj poli recipe

   4. Cook the Poli

   Step 1: Preparing the Dough

   For the Pastry:

   3 cups of all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons of soft ghee or butter , a pinch of salt, and roughly 3/4 cup of warm milk mixed with 1/4 cup of water to form a soft dough. Asha Maharaj is a renowned South African culinary

   • Make sure to knead the dough long enough to develop the gluten, which will help the Poli to be tender and pliable.
   • Don't overfill the Poli, as the filling can spill out during cooking.
   • Adjust the amount of cardamom and saffron to your taste.
   1. Serve the Poli warm or at room temperature.
   2. You can dust the Poli with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of ice cream, if desired.