Churma Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine wheat flour, ghee, and a pinch of salt.
• STEP 2.Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a stiff dough.
• STEP 3.Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into round balls.
• STEP 4.Heat ghee in a deep pan and deep fry the dough balls until golden brown.
• STEP 5.Remove the fried balls from the pan and allow them to cool.
• STEP 6.Once cooled, grind the fried balls into a coarse powder.
• STEP 7.In a separate pan, melt jaggery with a little water to make a syrup.
• STEP 8.Add the ground powder to the jaggery syrup and mix well.
• STEP 9.Cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens and forms a crumbly texture.
• STEP 10.Remove from heat and let it cool before serving.
• STEP 11.Garnish with chopped nuts and serve as a dessert with dal baati.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the dough is stiff enough to hold its shape when frying.
• Fry the dough balls on medium heat to ensure they cook evenly and turn golden brown.
• Grind the fried balls into a coarse powder for the perfect texture of churma.
• Adjust the sweetness of the jaggery syrup according to your preference.
• Churma can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Storage and Serving

• Store churma in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Serve churma as a dessert with dal baati or as a sweet snack on its own.
• Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds, pistachios, or cashews for added flavor and presentation.