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Malpua

Fennel-scented pancakes fried in ghee and soaked in saffron syrup, served with rabri.

Time
45min
Steps
5
Malpua, photographed from above

Ingredients

12 servings

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Contains milk, wheat and tree nuts.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Whisk flour, semolina, khoya, fennel, cardamom and milk to a thick batter; rest 30 minutes.

    2. 2

      Make one-string syrup with saffron.

    3. 3

      Pour ladles into hot ghee; fry until the edges are crisp and golden.

    4. 4

      Dip in warm syrup 1 minute.

    5. 5

      Serve with rabri and pistachios.

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