Shakarpara Recipe (Sweet Shankarpali)Veg
Celebrate the festival of lights with this classic, crispy, and sweet Shakarpara recipe. This traditional Indian snack is perfect for Diwali gifting or enjoying with tea. Made with simple ingredients like refined flour, semolina, sugar, and ghee, this easy-to-follow guide ensures a perfect, golden-brown crunch every time. Delight your family and friends with these delicious, diamond-shaped treats that capture the authentic flavors of a festive Indian kitchen.
Ingredients
2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Maida)
2 tbsp Semolina(Rava)
3 cup Powdered Sugar
1 cup Clarified Butter (Ghee)
as needed Water
1 tbsp Cardamom Powder
pinch Salt
For deep frying Groundnut Oil
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina, powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt.
2
Add the ghee to the flour mixture. Rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture reaches a breadcrumb-like consistency and holds its shape when pressed in your palm.
3
Gradually add milk (or water) and knead into a stiff, firm dough. Cover and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
4
Divide the dough into large balls. Roll each ball into a thick circle (about ¼ inch thickness). Use a cutter or knife to cut the dough into small diamonds or squares.
5
Heat oil or ghee in a pan on medium-low heat. Gently drop the pieces in.
6
Fry them slowly, stirring occasionally, until they turn a light golden brown and become crisp.
7
They will continue to darken slightly after being removed from the oil, so don't over-fry.
8
Drain on paper towels. Let them cool completely to reach maximum crunchiness before storing in an airtight container.
