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Easy Malpua

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Leena Kohli (@leenakohli)
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Easy Malpua Recipe with Rabdi: The Ultimate Festive Indian Dessert

Malpua with Rabdi is a classic Indian sweet that brings a touch of magic to every celebration. Whether you are celebrating Holi, Diwali, Navratri, or Ramadan, these golden, sweet pancakes are a must-have on the menu.

Popular across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, Malpua is a traditional dessert made from simple kitchen staples like flour, milk, and aromatic fennel seeds. This recipe gives you the perfect balance:** a crispy,...

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Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1-2 Malpuas)

For the Batter

  • Maida (all-purpose flour)
    Maida (all-purpose flour)
    1cup
  • fine Suji (semolina)
    fine Suji (semolina)
    1/2cup
  • desiccated Coconut
    desiccated Coconut
    1/4cup
  • powdered Sugar
    powdered Sugar
    1/2cup
  • Saunf (fennel seeds)
    Saunf (fennel seeds)
    1tsp
  • warm Milk (as required)
    warm Milk (as required)
    1cup

For Frying

  • Oil for frying
    Oil for frying

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

335.0kcal (16.75%)

Protein

6.1g (12.26%)

Carbs

46.0g (16.71%)

Sugars

12.6g (25.1%)

Healthy Fat

6.3g

Unhealthy Fat

7.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
50min

How to make Easy Malpua

To Prepare the Batter

  1. Step 1

    In a large bowl, mix the maida, suji, coconut, sugar, and saunf.

    Step 1.1: In a large bowl, mix the maida, suji, coconut, sugar, and saunf
  2. Step 2

    Slowly pour in the warm milk while whisking. Keep stirring until you have a smooth, lump-free pourable batter.

    Step 1.1: Slowly pour in the warm milk while whisking
  3. Step 3

    Cover the bowl and let it sit for 20-30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Check the batter again. If it has thickened too much while resting, add a little more warm milk to get a flowing consistency.

For Frying Malpua

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    Using a round ladle, pour a small amount of batter into the centre. Do not spread it with the spoon; let it shape itself into a small pancake.

    Step 2.1: Using a round ladle, pour a small amount of batter into the centre
    Step 2.2: Using a round ladle, pour a small amount of batter into the centre
  3. Step 3

    Fry until the edges look golden and crispy.

    Step 2.1: Fry until the edges look golden and crispy
  4. Step 4

    Gently flip it over and cook the other side until it is evenly golden brown.

    Step 2.1: Gently flip it over and cook the other side until it is evenly golden brown
  5. Step 5

    Take the Malpua out and place it on a paper towel to remove extra oil.

    Step 2.1: Take the Malpua out and place it on a paper towel to remove extra oil
  6. Step 6

    Serve them hot with a big scoop of creamy Rabdi and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios or almonds.

    Step 2.1: Serve them hot with a big scoop of creamy [Rabdi](https://www

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

335.0kcal (16.75%)

Protein

6.1g (12.26%)

Carbs

46.0g (16.71%)

Sugars

12.6g (25.1%)

Healthy Fat

6.3g

Unhealthy Fat

7.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Always let your batter rest to ensure the suji softens, giving you a better texture.

  2. Fry on medium heat. If the oil is too hot, the edges will burn before the inside cooks.

  3. For a professional 'halwai-style' look, garnish your Rabdi with a pinch of saffron or chopped almonds or pistachios.

  4. For thin, crispy Malpuas, make the batter slightly thinner. For thick, fluffy ones, keep the batter a bit heavy.

  5. If you prefer extra sweetness, skip the sugar in the batter and dip the fried Malpuas into a warm sugar syrup instead.

FAQS

  1. What is Malpua?

    It is a traditional Indian sweet pancake made of flour, milk, and sugar.

  2. Can I make it without eggs?

    Yes! This is a 100% vegetarian, eggless recipe.

  3. Why is my Malpua hard?

    You might have over-fried it, or the heat was too high. Cook on medium flame for a soft texture.

  4. How hot should the oil be?

    Oil should be medium hot for even frying.

  5. How do I store leftovers?

    Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat in a pan before serving.

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