Imagine biting into a warm, golden puri, infused with the delicate aroma of saffron and cardamom. Rida Aftab’s Zafrani Puri recipe brings this exquisite culinary experience to your kitchen. These sweet, aromatic puris are perfect for festive occasions, breakfast treats, or simply to elevate your tea time. With a few simple steps, you can create these delightful puris that will surely impress your family and friends.
How to Make Zafrani Puri:
- Prepare the Saffron Milk: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk, 4 tablespoons of sugar, ½ teaspoon of ground green cardamom, and ½ teaspoon of saffron. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar dissolves and the milk is infused with the saffron’s color and aroma. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ kg of white flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of clarified butter (ghee). Mix well, ensuring the ghee is evenly distributed.
- Knead the Dough: Gradually add the cooled saffron milk mixture to the flour, kneading until you form a smooth, pliable dough. The dough should be neither too sticky nor too dry.
- Shape the Puris: Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls. Roll each ball into a small, thin disc (puri).
- Fry the Puris: Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadhai over medium-high heat. Carefully slide the puris into the hot oil, one or two at a time. Fry until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the puris from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
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Discover Rida Aftab's easy Zafrani Puri recipe! Learn how to make sweet, aromatic puris with saffron and cardamom. Perfect for festivals and tea time. Try it today!
- ½ kg White flour
- 1 cup Milk
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Clarified butter ghee
- Oil for frying as required
- 4 tbsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Green cardamoms
- ½ tsp Saffron
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Prepare saffron milk with milk, sugar, cardamom, and saffron. Cool.
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Mix flour, salt, and ghee.
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Knead with saffron milk to form a dough.
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Roll into small puris.
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Fry until golden brown.
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Serve hot.
Tips and Tricks to Prepare Zafrani Puri:
- Saffron Infusion: For a deeper saffron color and flavor, soak the saffron strands in warm milk for a few minutes before cooking.
- Dough Consistency: Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for soft and fluffy puris. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk. If it’s too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- Oil Temperature: Maintain the correct oil temperature. If the oil is not hot enough, the puris will absorb too much oil. If it’s too hot, they will burn quickly.
- Rolling Technique: Roll the puris evenly to ensure they puff up uniformly.
- Fresh Oil: Use fresh oil for frying, as old oil can affect the taste and color of the puris.
Other Variations:
- Nutty Twist: Add finely chopped almonds or pistachios to the dough for a nutty flavor.
- Rose Essence: A few drops of rose essence can be added to the milk mixture to enhance the aroma.
- Semolina Addition: A small amount of fine semolina (suji) can be added to the flour for a slightly crispy texture.
- Different Sugar: Brown sugar or powdered jaggery can be substituted for white sugar.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve Zafrani Puris with a side of sweet yogurt, raita, or a spicy chickpea curry (chana masala).
- Enjoy them as a sweet treat with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
- These puris are excellent for festive occasions like Eid, Ramadan.
- They are also great for a special breakfast.
Don’t wait! Try this delightful Zafrani Puri recipe by Rida Aftab and bring a touch of golden sweetness to your table. We’d love to hear about your experience. Share your photos and comments below!
