Gujiya
Gujiya is a traditional fried pastry usually made from easily available ingredients like Khoya, flour, semolina, grated coconut, dry fruits, and condensed milk. Its aromatic and nutty texture and simple flavours will never fail to impress you. So, go ahead and make this simple recipe at home for Holi with Nestlé Milkmaid, kids are sure to love this sweet surprise. MILKMAID helps in making the khoya filling in a hygienic way. Learn how to make this popular Holi sweet with Nestlé Milkmaid.
Ingredients
For Dough:
- 125 gmsMaida (All Purpose Flour)
- 1/4 cupWater
- 4 tbsp (20 ml)Oil
For Filling:
- 1Nestlé MILKMAID Mini
- 1/2 cupSemolina (Suji)
- 1/4 tspElaichi (Cardamom) Powder
- 2 tbspKishmish (Raisins)
- 2 tbspKaju (Cashew Nuts)
- 2 tbspChopped Badam (Almonds)
- 150 gmsFresh Grated Coconut
- How to make Gujiya
- Step 1: To make the filling, roast semolina (suji) on low flame till it changes colour. Mix in Nestlé MILKMAID, elaichi powder, raisins, cashew nuts, almonds, and grated coconut. Cook on medium/low flame, stirring occasionally, till the mixture is dry. Divide into 16 portions.
- Step 2: To prepare the dough, pour oil into the maida. Add water and make it into a stiff dough. Knead the dough till pliable. Keep aside covered for 10-15 minutes. Knead dough once again. Divide into 16 balls.
- Step 3: Roll each ball into a flat round. Place one portion of the filling, fold it over and shape it into gujiya sealing the edges with little water. Deep fry in hot oil till golden brown.
- Step 4: To seal use gujiya moulds or press with the ends of a fork or simply twist with your hand.
Tips to Make Gujiya
- Prepare a soft, elastic maida dough for flaky Gujiyas by adding ghee for extra richness, as given in our easy Gujiya recipe.
- Seal the edges securely to prevent the filling from leaking while frying the Gujiya sweets.
- Fry the Gujiyas in medium-hot oil to get a golden, crispy texture.
- Dip your Gujiyas in warm sugar syrup for a sweet and glossy finish.
- For a unique twist on your Gujiya recipe, try experimenting with different fillings such as chocolate or gulkand (rose filling).
FAQs on Gujiya Recipe
1. Can I bake the Gujiyas?
Certainly, you can choose an alternative to deep-frying by baking your Gujiyas. Preheat the oven to 200°C, follow our Gujiya recipe, place them on a baking sheet, and bake for 20-30 minutes until they turn a lovely golden brown.
2. Why is my Gujiya hard?
Even if you follow the Gujiya recipe dedicatedly, sometimes they can turn out hard for different reasons.
- Dry dough – you did not add enough oil or ghee
- Over-kneading
- Dry filling
To fix this, add more ghee or oil to the Gujiya dough, knead less, or adjust the filling’s moisture with more Nestlé MILKMAID.
3. Why did my Gujiya’s filling leak?
If your Gujiya’s filling leaks, it may be due to improper sealing or overfilling. Prevent leaks during frying by firmly pinching the edges to ensure a tight seal. Also, avoid overstuffing, as excessive filling can break the dough.
4. What is the shelf life of Gujiyas?
Gujiyas can stay fresh for around 1 to 2 weeks when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. You can even refrigerate them to extend their freshness for slightly longer.
