Diwali is finally here and we are celebrating it with utmost grandeur. And needless to say, it’s that time of the year when we keep all our diet thoughts aside and eat a lot of food. From chaat to chole bhature and biryani, the list of our indulgences is really long. But what stays on top are some classic desserts. Take Soan Papdi for example. This candy-floss-like sweet holds a steady place in our Diwali sweet platter. The almost crunchy texture and the flavor of dry fruits and cardamom makes the dessert a favourite. Not only this. Soan Papdi is also a common gifting option. Agreed?
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If you are planning to gift Soan Papdi boxes to your family and friends, we have an idea to make it even more special for them. You ask how? We recommend making this classic dish at home. You heard us. We’ve got an amazing recipe that will help you make halwai style soan papdi at home without any hassle. This recipe has been shared by food vlogger Parul on her YouTube channel ‘Cook with Parul’. To keep an eye.
How to make Halwai Style Soan Papdi at Home:
First of all, heat ghee in a pan. Now reduce the flame and add flour and gram flour and fry till it gets roasted well. After some time, turn off the flame and add a pinch of cardamom powder to it. – Now filter the roasted mixture with the help of a strainer. Keep aside.
For the next step, place a pan on flame, add some sugar, water and lemon juice and cook till the sugar melts. Spread sugar syrup in another pan and knead until it becomes thick and spreadable. Slowly add the flour mixture and cook.
In the next step, take a small bowl, add some chopped dry fruits and add a small portion of the soan papdi mixture. Press gently until the mixture sets. Turn the soan papdi over, take it out and wrap it in a plastic sheet.
Repeat the process. And you have ready made halwai style soan papdi at home.
Watch the detailed recipe video of Halwai Style Soan Papdi below:
What are you waiting for? Prepare this delicious dish today and serve it to your guests for Diwali enjoyment.
Happy Diwali 2024 everyone!
