Name: Diwali special Flower shaped 'Champakali' recipe by Madhuli Ajay at BetterButter
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup maida; 1 cup besan; 3-4 tablespoon hot oil; 1 Tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste; 3 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves; 3 teaspoons green chilli paste (or 2 teaspoon red chilli powder); 2 teaspoons amchur powder; 2-3 teaspoons crushed kasoori methi; Water as required; Salt to taste; Oil for Deep frying

ABOUT Diwali special Flower shaped 'Champakali' RECIPE

Champakali is a traditional deep fried snack usually made during Diwali. The name refers to the 'bud'shape of the snack. This flower shaped 'Champakali' is a modified version of the traditional snack not only in shape but also in taste. Ginger-garlic-coriander are added to the dough to enhance the taste.If you have had too many sweets during the festivities, this spicy snack is a must for you! Making these Champakalis requires a bit of practice and some patience.

Ingredients Serving: 4

1 cup maida
1 cup besan
3-4 tablespoon hot oil
1 Tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
3 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves
3 teaspoons green chilli paste (or 2 teaspoon red chilli powder)
2 teaspoons amchur powder
2-3 teaspoons crushed kasoori methi
Water as required
Salt to taste
Oil for Deep frying

Instructions

In a mixing bowl add the flours,spices,salt and hot oil
Add water to make a stiff but pliable dough
Heat the oil for deep frying
Pinch off portion of the dough and roll out into a 8-9 inch circle.
Use a 3 inch cookie cutter (or the lid of a steel dabba) to cut out 4 circles from it.
Place 2 circles one over the other. (so that you make 2 stacks)
With a fork, prick holes all over the stacked circles.
Keeping the center intact ,make about 4-5 slits around the edge, with a sharp knife.
Twist the cut portion around itself, to create a flower like shape
Repeat the above procedure till the entire dough is over
Deep fry in batches, on medium heat till the Champakali becomes golden.
Take out using a slotted soon and drain on an absorbent paper.
Cool completely and store in an airtight container

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