How to Make Gujarati Style Puranpoli – A Step-by-Step Recipe

Puran Poli, known as Vedmi in Gujarat, is a traditional sweet flatbread filled with a spiced lentil mixture. This delicacy is especially popular during festivals and special occasions.

The Gujarati version stands out for its use of toor dal (split pigeon peas) and a blend of jaggery and sugar, offering a unique taste and texture.

📝 Ingredients: For Making Gujarati Style Puran Poli

For the Filling (Puran):

1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
1 cup jaggery, grated
6-7 saffron strands, soaked in water
¼ teaspoon nutmeg powder
¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
2 tablespoons ghee

For the Dough: puran poli

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon cooking oil
¾ cup water (adjust as needed)
Ghee, for serving

👩‍🍳 Instructions: Gujrati Style Puranpoli

Prepare the Filling:
- Soak toor dal for 1 hour.
- Cook the dal with 1½ cups of water until soft.
- Mash the cooked dal into a smooth paste.
- In a pan, combine the mashed dal and jaggery. Cook until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
- Add saffron water, nutmeg powder, and cardamom powder. Mix well.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of ghee. Allow the mixture to cool.
Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour and cooking oil.
- Gradually add water and knead into a soft dough.
- Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Assemble the Puran Poli:
- Divide the dough into equal portions.
- Roll out each portion into a small circle.
- Place a spoonful of the filling in the center.
- Bring the edges together to seal the filling inside.
- Gently roll out the stuffed dough into a flat circle.
Cook the Puran Poli:
- Heat a tawa (griddle) over medium heat.
- Place the rolled-out puran poli on the tawa.
- Cook until golden brown spots appear on both sides, applying ghee as needed.
Serve:
- Serve hot with a dollop of ghee. Top 5 Combinations With Puran Poli