Badusha

Indulge in the sweet, flaky decadence of Badusha, a classic Indian dessert that boasts layers of buttery softness and an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with all-purpose flour, ghee, and a touch of curd for richness, these deep-fried delights are dunked in an aromatic saffron-infused sugar syrup laced with cardamom, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Slowly fried over a low flame to achieve a golden-brown hue, Badusha is then garnished with vibrant chopped pistachios for an added crunch and visual appeal. Perfect for festive occasions or as a special treat, this traditional sweet is a celebration of indulgence and technique, with flavors that deepen as the syrup infuses every layer. Enjoy this dessert after a hearty meal or pair it with tea for an unforgettable treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour (maida)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 50 grams Curd (yogurt)
• 75 grams Ghee (clarified butter)
• 100 ml Water
• 200 grams Sugar
• 100 ml Water for sugar syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 500 ml Oil (for deep frying)
• 0.125 teaspoon Saffron strands
• 10 grams Pistachios, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking soda.

Step 2

Add the ghee and curd to the flour mixture. Using your fingers, gently mix to form a breadcrumb-like texture.

Step 3

Gradually add water and knead softly to form a smooth dough. Do not over-knead as the dough should be soft.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is resting, prepare the sugar syrup. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water and bring to a boil.

Step 6

Add lemon juice, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the boiling syrup and let it simmer until sticky. It should reach a single thread consistency.

Step 7

Once done, remove from heat and keep the syrup warm.

Step 8

Divide the rested dough into equal portions and shape them into smooth balls, slightly flatten each ball, and make a small indent in the center using your thumb.

Step 9

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-low heat.

Step 10

Add the shaped dough balls to the hot oil and fry them on low heat until they are golden brown. This slow frying ensures the inside is well cooked.

Step 11

Drain excess oil by placing them on a paper towel.

Step 12

While they're still warm, dip each fried badusha into the warm sugar syrup, ensuring they are well coated. Let them soak in the syrup for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 13

Remove from the syrup and let them cool on a wire rack. Garnish with chopped pistachios on top.

Step 14

Allow Badusha to sit for a few hours to absorb flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1294 grams (1294.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6899

Total Fat 584.50g	749%
Saturated Fat 118.60g	593%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 199mg	66%
Sodium 663mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 396.30g	144%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 203.50g
Protein 29.80g	60%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122mg	9%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 472mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.5%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 22.8%