Flaky Poli Recipe
This brings back memories of my childhood. I remember my mum making this for Diwali. She never made it quite the same, she used a more nutty filling. However, I prefer this filling without the addition of nuts. My mum-in-law makes her filling this way. She is a great cook and I have learned a few tricks from her over the years. This Flaky Poli can be deep-fried immediately or can be frozen. Be sure to separate them with some plastic or cling wrap so they don’t stick together.
Festival Treat
This sweet treat is often made during Deepavali, the festival of lights. I remember our families preparing for the occasion days in advance and they baked every sweet treat they could. When we were little we lived in a big humble home with extended family. My mum and my cousins always baked together. Those were the good old days. The memories holds a special place in my heart. We always had new clothes and lit clay lamps and fireworks. It was a time for family and our home was always filled with love. Over the years it has changed, kids have moved away from their hometowns and are now living miles apart from parents and siblings. Diwali is not declared a holiday in SA so most people work and can only celebrate in the evenings. Families are so far apart so we also don’t get to spend it with every member of our family, like in the old days. It is a sad reality, but it is how the world has changed. Although we miss our parents and siblings we do try to keep it festive and make it as special as we can. Diwali will not be the same if there’s no sweet treats so I am sure to make a few of my families favourites. I do share with my neighbours and friends because it’s what I do best. During Diwali we share sweet treats with our loved ones to show gratitude. We also offer them sweet treats to wish them good health, happiness and prosperity.
How to make the Flaky Poli Recipe
This Flaky Poli Recipe is light and crisp as I increased the quantity of butter. The amount of condensed milk is just the right amount for us, however you can increase it, if you wish. You make the Poli by first making a light, buttery pastry. It is fairly easy to make. Do not over handle the pastry or it will not be flaky. It is then filled with a mixture made with coconut, sesame seeds, condensed milk, cardamom and almond. It can be made ahead and frozen or you can fry them immediately after filling them.
Freezing the Poli
When freezing the Poli please ensure each layer is separted with cling wrap or wax paper. If you do not separate them they stick together and will become a disaster. They are best fried when frozen. Always remember a cold pastry will result in a crisp pastry. Perfect little sweet treat with your favorite tea or coffee! In India they make a similar treat but they call it Karanji or Gujiya.
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