🌼 When Jaggery, Dal & Dough Come Together in Pure Celebration
Soft, golden, slightly crispy outside and sweet, melt-in-mouth inside — Puran Poli is not just food.
It’s tradition.
A labor of love.
And the taste of every Marathi festival that brings families together.
Puran Poli
Ingredients
- 1 cup chana dal
- ¾ cup jaggery, grated
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- Pinch of nutmeg powder
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1½ cups atta (wheat flour) or mix of wheat + maida
- Pinch of salt
- Warm water to knead
- Ghee or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Make the Dough
- Knead soft, pliable dough using flour, salt, and water. Add a bit of oil and rest it for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Puran
- Boil chana dal until soft but not mushy. Drain and mash/blend.
- In a pan, add dal + jaggery. Cook on low till mixture thickens. Add cardamom and nutmeg.
- Cool and divide into equal balls.
- Assemble the Poli
- Take a dough ball, flatten slightly. Place puran in the center, seal edges, and roll gently into thin circles.
- Cook with Love
- Roast on hot tawa with ghee until golden spots appear on both sides. Press gently for even cooking.
- Serve Warm
- With a drizzle of ghee, a side of milk, or katachi amti (spiced dal water from boiled chana dal).
🛒 What You’ll Need (Makes 6–8 polis):
For the puran (filling):
1 cup chana dal
¾ cup jaggery, grated
½ tsp cardamom powder
Pinch of nutmeg powder
1 tbsp ghee
For the poli (outer dough):
1½ cups atta (wheat flour) or mix of wheat + maida
Pinch of salt
Warm water to knead
Ghee or oil for cooking
🪔 How to Make It – Sweet, Soft & Soulful
1. Make the Dough
Knead soft, pliable dough using flour, salt, and water. Add a bit of oil and rest it for 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Puran
Boil chana dal until soft but not mushy. Drain and mash/blend.
In a pan, add dal + jaggery. Cook on low till mixture thickens. Add cardamom and nutmeg.
Cool and divide into equal balls.
3. Assemble the Poli
Take a dough ball, flatten slightly. Place puran in the center, seal edges, and roll gently into thin circles.
4. Cook with Love
Roast on hot tawa with ghee until golden spots appear on both sides. Press gently for even cooking.
5. Serve Warm
With a drizzle of ghee, a side of milk, or katachi amti (spiced dal water from boiled chana dal).
❤️ Why Puran Poli Is a Timeless Festive Favorite
Balanced sweetness — not overly sugary
Rich in protein and tradition
Freezes well for later cravings
Because some recipes are meant to be shared, not just made
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Why You’ll Love This Puran Poli – Maharashtra’s Sweet-Stuffed Festival Flatbread Recipe
- ✅ Ready in 30 minutes or less
- ✅ Uses simple pantry ingredients
- ✅ Perfectly crispy outside with a soft interior
Tips for the Best Puran Poli – Maharashtra’s Sweet-Stuffed Festival Flatbread
- Knead the dough until smooth — this gives the best texture
- Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes before rolling
- Cook on a hot tawa and press gently for even puffing
- Brush with ghee right off the heat for authentic flavor
What to Serve with Puran Poli – Maharashtra’s Sweet-Stuffed Festival Flatbread
- Pair with curd (dahi) and pickle for a classic breakfast
- Serve alongside any dal or sabzi for a complete meal
- Great with a cup of masala chai in the morning
Storage & Reheating
Puran Poli – Maharashtra’s Sweet-Stuffed Festival Flatbread tastes best fresh off the tawa. Store leftovers wrapped in foil — room temperature up to 6 hours, refrigerator 2 days. Reheat on a hot tawa for 1-2 minutes per side.