Khajoor Na Ghugra
Khajoor Na Ghugra is a traditional Gujarati festive sweet made with a rich stuffing of dates, coconut, and cardamom, encased in crisp golden pastry — perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup ghee
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds, ground
- 6 green cardamoms, powdered
- 200 grams dates (seeded and coarsely ground)
- 1 cup refined flour (maida)
- ¼ cup desiccated coconut
- Ghee for frying
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, rub ½ cup of ghee into the refined flour.
- Add a pinch of salt and milk gradually to make a soft, pliable dough.
- Knead the dough thoroughly for about 15 minutes until smooth.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest.
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Make the Stuffing
- In another bowl, combine the ground poppy seeds, desiccated coconut, coarsely ground dates, powdered cardamom, and sugar.
- Mix well to form a uniform sweet filling.
- Divide the filling into small, even-sized balls.
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Shape the Ghugras
- Divide the dough into small, equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
- Roll out each dough ball into a small round disc (about palm-size).
- Place a portion of the date filling on one side of the round.
- Fold it over to form a semi-circle and press the edges firmly to seal.
- Use a fluted cutter to trim the edges neatly for a decorative look.
- Repeat the process for all the remaining dough balls.
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Fry the Ghugras
- Heat ghee in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Once hot, carefully add the prepared ghugras in batches.
- Fry until they turn crisp and golden brown on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess ghee.
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Serve
- Let the ghugras cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy them as a sweet snack or festive treat — deliciously crispy outside with a rich, nutty date filling inside.
Serving Suggestion: Serve Khajoor Na Ghugra warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea — they also make a delightful addition to Diwali or festive platters.