Pukhlein Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pukhlein is a traditional deep-fried snack from Meghalaya, India. Made with rice flour, jaggery, and sesame seeds, it is a popular tea-time treat. The dough is prepared by mixing rice flour with jaggery syrup and sesame seeds, which is then shaped into small balls and deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. Pukhlein has a sweet and nutty flavor, and its crunchy texture makes it a delightful snack to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

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Ingredients for Pukhlein Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Rice Flour
  • 1/4 cup Jaggery
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
  • as needed Water
  • as needed Oil

Directions: Pukhlein Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a pan, melt jaggery with a little water to make a syrup.
  • STEP 2.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, sesame seeds, and the jaggery syrup to form a dough.
  • STEP 3.Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into balls.
  • STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the pukhlein balls until golden brown and crispy.
  • STEP 5.Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
  • STEP 6.Serve the pukhlein as a tea-time snack or store in an airtight container for later.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the jaggery syrup is not too thick or too thin. It should have a sticky consistency.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the pukhlein by adding more or less jaggery syrup.
  • To enhance the flavor, you can also add cardamom powder or grated coconut to the dough.
  • Fry the pukhlein in small batches to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.

Storage and Serving

  • Pukhlein can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Serve the pukhlein as a tea-time snack with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
  • You can also enjoy it as a dessert by serving it with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Nutrition
value
627
calories per serving
2 g Fat9 g Protein141 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Carbs
    141g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    141g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    15mg
  • Iron
    5mg
  • Vitamin A
    0mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    11mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    151mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    208mg
  • Selenium
    0mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp