Holi, the vibrant Indian festival of colours, joy, and togetherness, is celebrated with an array of delightful sweets and delicacies. Among these traditional sweets, Gud Malpua, also known as Gur ke Pua, holds a special place. This classic dessert, made primarily with jaggery, wheat flour, and aromatic spices, is not only delicious but incredibly simple to prepare at home. Perfect for festive celebrations, Gud Malpua adds sweetness and warmth to any occasion.
This Holi, surprise your family and friends with homemade Gud Malpua using this easy and authentic recipe.
Ingredients for Gud Malpua:
- 1 cup wheat flour
- 1 cup rice flour
- 250 grams jaggery (gud)
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons coconut powder
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 5-6 almonds (finely chopped)
- 5-6 cashews (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon pistachios (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf)
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder (elaichi)
- 2 tablespoons Milkmaid (sweetened condensed milk)
- ½ cup milk (as needed)
- Ghee or refined oil for frying
Step-by-Step Method to Prepare Gud Malpua:
Step 1: Prepare Jaggery Syrup
- Begin by breaking the jaggery into smaller pieces.
- Soak these pieces in half a glass of warm water until completely dissolved.
- Stir well and strain the syrup through a fine sieve to remove impurities. Keep aside.
Step 2: Mash Bananas and Mix Dry Ingredients
- Peel the ripe bananas, place them in a large mixing bowl, and mash thoroughly until smooth.
- Add wheat flour and rice flour to the mashed bananas and mix gently.
Step 3: Prepare Malpua Batter
- Slowly pour the jaggery syrup into the flour and banana mixture, stirring continuously.
- Add coconut powder and gradually mix in milk, as required, to form a smooth, thick batter (similar to pancake batter consistency).
Step 4: Add Nuts, Spices, and Condensed Milk
- To the batter, add Milkmaid (condensed milk), fennel seeds, cardamom powder, chopped almonds, cashews, pistachios, and raisins.
- Stir well, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover and rest the batter for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavours to blend beautifully.
Step 5: Fry the Malpuas
- Heat ghee or refined oil in a heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium heat.
- Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully pour small, round portions of batter into the hot oil.
- Fry the malpuas on medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides, gently flipping them occasionally.
Step 6: Drain and Serve
- Once perfectly fried, remove the malpuas from the pan and place them on absorbent tissue paper to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Gur ke Malpua warm, garnished with additional chopped nuts or drizzled with a dash of condensed milk.
Tips for Perfect Gud Malpua:
- Ensure the batter consistency is thick yet pourable, preventing malpuas from absorbing too much oil.
- Fry malpuas at medium heat to achieve the perfect crispy edges and tender interiors.
- You may garnish the final dish with saffron strands or additional pistachios for extra flavour and visual appeal.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
