Indulge in the rich, traditional flavors of **Gluten-Free Puran Poli**, a delightful Indian flatbread dessert that’s now accessible to gluten-free diets! This recipe features a flavorful filling of velvety chana dal (split chickpeas) sweetened with jaggery and spiced with aromatic cardamom and nutmeg. Wrapped in a soft, pliable gluten-free dough infused with turmeric and cooked to golden perfection, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Made with wholesome ingredients like ghee and coconut oil, these aromatic discs are beautifully golden and irresistibly tender. Ideal as a festive treat or a hearty dessert, serve these warm, lightly brushed with ghee, for an authentic culinary experience everyone can enjoy. Perfect for those seeking gluten-free Indian recipes, this dish brings comfort and tradition to your table in a healthier way.
Rinse the chana dal thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in enough water for 2 hours.
Drain the soaked chana dal and place it in a pressure cooker. Add 2 cups of water and pressure cook for 3 whistles or until the dal is soft.
Drain any excess water from the cooked chana dal. Allow it to cool slightly, then grind it to a smooth paste using a food processor.
In a saucepan, add the ground chana dal paste and jaggery. Cook on medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.
Add cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Stir well and let it cool. This is your puran filling.
In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add ghee to the flour mixture and combine. Gradually add water little by little to form a smooth, pliable dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
Divide the dough and puran filling into equal portions. Roll each dough portion into a small ball, flatten it slightly, and place a portion of filling in the center.
Bring the edges of the dough together to cover the filling completely, and pinch to seal. Flatten it slightly.
On a lightly dusted surface with gluten-free flour, gently roll out each filled ball into a thin disc, about 6-7 inches in diameter.
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Place the rolled puran poli on the pan and cook until golden brown spots appear, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Brush or drizzle with coconut oil, then flip and cook the other side. Repeat for remaining puran polis.
Serve the gluten-free puran poli warm, drizzled with a little more ghee, if desired.
Serving size | 886.8 grams (886.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2998 |
Total Fat 83.70g | 107% |
Saturated Fat 54.40g | 272% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g | |
Cholesterol 80mg | 27% |
Sodium 1364mg | 59% |
Total Carbohydrate 533.30g | 194% |
Dietary Fiber 39.40g | 141% |
Total Sugars 272.70g | |
Protein 42.70g | 85% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 656mg | 50% |
Iron 27mg | 147% |
Potassium 3111mg | 66% |
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