Puran Poli Moon Cake Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Puran Poli Moon Cake is a fusion dessert that combines the traditional Indian sweet Puran Poli with the Chinese moon cake. It features a flaky pastry crust filled with a sweet and aromatic lentil filling. The combination of the rich and nutty flavors of the lentils with the buttery pastry creates a delightful treat that is perfect for festive occasions.

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Ingredients for Puran Poli Moon Cake Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Lentils
  • 1/4 cup Jaggery
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon Ghee
  • 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 0.06 cup Ghee
  • as needed Water, As Needed

Directions: Puran Poli Moon Cake Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Prepare the lentil filling by cooking lentils with jaggery, cardamom, and ghee.
  • STEP 2.Make the pastry dough by combining flour, ghee, and water.
  • STEP 3.Roll out the dough and place a portion of the lentil filling in the center. Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges.
  • STEP 4.Bake the moon cakes until golden brown and serve them warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to cook the lentils until they are soft and well-cooked.
  • You can add a pinch of saffron to the lentil filling for added flavor and aroma.
  • Serve the Puran Poli Moon Cakes with a drizzle of ghee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent twist.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the moon cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the Puran Poli Moon Cakes as a dessert or as a sweet snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition
value
473
calories per serving
11 g Fat8 g Protein82 g Carbs10 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    11g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Carbs
    82g
  • Fiber
    10g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    82g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Fiber
    10g

Fats

  • Fat
    11g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    38mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    47mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    74mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    11mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    71mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    154mg
  • Selenium
    18mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp