Rajasthani Churma Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine wheat flour, ghee, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
• 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 and crispy.
• STEP 5.Remove the fried balls from the pan and let them cool.
• STEP 6.Once cooled, grind the fried balls in a mixer to obtain a coarse powder.
• STEP 7.In a separate pan, melt jaggery with a little water to make a syrup.
• STEP 8.Add the powdered churma to the jaggery syrup and mix well.
• STEP 9.Cook the mixture on low heat for a few minutes until it thickens.
• STEP 10.Remove from heat and let it cool. Serve the churma as a sweet dessert.

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 become crispy.
• Grind the fried balls to a coarse powder for the perfect texture of churma.
• Adjust the sweetness of the jaggery syrup according to your taste preference.
• You can garnish the churma with chopped nuts for added flavor and crunch.

Storage and Serving

• Store the churma in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
• Serve the churma as a dessert after a traditional Rajasthani meal.
• You can also enjoy it as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.