About
Garijalu, also known as Kajjikayalu, is a traditional sweet from Andhra Pradesh, a southern state in India. This crispy and delicious sweet is stuffed with coconut, sugar, and cardamom, and is usually prepared during festive occasions. The outer layer of Garijalu offers a delightful crunch, while the sweet filling inside melts in the mouth with every bite. It is a popular dessert not just in Andhra Pradesh but in several other parts of India, however, it is known by different names in various regions.
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Recipe
Ingredients
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1 cup
purpose flour (Maida)
ghee (clarified butter)
2 tablespoons
Water as required for the dough
Salt, a pinch
grated coconut
1 cup
powdered sugar
1/2 cup
cardamom powder
1/2 teaspoon
Oil for deep frying
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, a pinch of salt, and ghee.
Step 2:
Gradually add water and knead to make a firm dough.
Step 3:
Cover the dough and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
Step 4:
In another bowl, mix the grated coconut, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder to prepare the filling.
Step 5:
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a ball.
Step 6:
Roll out each ball into a small circle, place the filling in the center, fold it into a semi-circle, and seal the edges.
Step 7:
Heat oil in a deep frying pan and deep fry the Garijalu until golden brown.
Step 8:
Drain on an absorbent paper.
Step 9:
Serve the Garijalu hot or at room temperature.
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