Somas

Method

1. 1

   In the maida, add the rava, salt and hot ghee. Mix until crumbly in texture.

   RavaSaltGheeMaida

2. 2

   Add water and knead a firm dough, it will take 10 mins of kneading. Rest the dough for 15-20 mins, covered.

   Water

3. 3

   Dry roast the coconut until dry and set aside.

   Coconut (Grated)

4. 4

   For the filling, heat ghee in a kadai and add chopped nuts and raisins. Fry until golden. Add and roast the rava in the same pan until aromatic. Add the roasted gram and cardamom, as well.

   AlmondsRoasted GramCardamom PowderGheeCashew (half)RaisinsRava

5. 5

   Switch off the flame and add sugar. Mix thoroughly.

   Sugar

6. 6

   Portion the dough into roundels and roll out thinly. Cut using a cutter to get perfect circles.

7. 7

   Place some mixture in the center and moisten the edges with water. Close and seal the dough well by pressing and then creating an impression with a fork.

8. 8

   Heat oil in a kadai and then reduce the flame, add them 1 at a time and flip and fry for 4-5 mins after which you can increase the flame to medium and fry until golden and crispy. Fry until the frying sizzling and bubbling subsides to ensure maximum texture.

   Sunflower Oil

9. 9

   Strain from the oil, cool completely and store air tight for upto a week.