Vidarbha Puran Poli | विदर्भी पुरणपोळी (Set of 3)

Vidarbha Puran Poli – Rich, Flavorful & Traditional
(विदर्भी पुरणपोळी – पारंपरिक आणि खमंग)

A delightful traditional sweet flatbread known for its rich and smooth filling, Vidarbha-Style Puran Poli is cherished during festivals like Holi, Diwali, and Padwa. The puran (sweet filling) is crafted with care using cooked chana dal blended with jaggery and sugar, flavored with aromatic cardamom (velchi) and nutmeg (jayfal). Wrapped in a soft dough of wheat flour or maida, each poli is roasted with ghee or oil for a golden finish and melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Key Ingredients (साहित्य):

• Chana Dal (चना डाळ)

• Gul (गूळ)

• Sakhar (साखर)

• Velchi (वेलची)

• Jayfal (जायफळ)

• Maida / Wheat Flour (गव्हाचे पीठ / मैदा)

• Tup / Sunflower Oil (तूप / तेल)

How It’s Made:

The chana dal is cooked till soft and mashed, combined with jaggery, sugar, cardamom, and nutmeg to make the puran. The dough is prepared with flour and oil, rolled out, stuffed with puran, and gently roasted on a tawa with ghee or oil until golden brown.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve hot with a dollop of homemade ghee, warm milk, or traditional katachi amti (spiced dal water). Each bite delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and softness, ideal for festive celebrations.