Sweet Kesar Milk Poli Recipe: A Taste of Tradition

Festivals like Sankranti and Pongal bring families together. The air is full of joy and celebration and at the heart of every celebration is the love for food. Traditional sweets play a very important role in these festivities. They add sweetness to every occasion.

If you are looking for a South Indian dessert that warms your heart and feels luxurious, you must try the Kesar milk poli. Also known as ‘Paal Poli’. This delightful dessert is made with deep-fried semolina puris dipped in fragrant saffron-infused milk. The result is a dessert that is crisp from the puri and creamy from the milk and a touch of nutty flavor from the added pistachios and almonds.

Originally this dessert used to be prepared by hand but now it is a simple task, thanks to innovations like the Rotimatic. This smart appliance takes the time and effort out of making the perfect puris. Allowing you to enjoy a delicious dessert with your family.

What is Sweet Kesar Milk Poli?

Sweet Kesar Milk Poli is a variation of the traditional paal-poli but here the’ Kesar’ infused version refers to ‘Saffron’. This golden spice adds a touch of luxury and uniqueness to the dessert. It adds a yellow color and a rich aroma to the dessert. The dessert can be served chilled or warm and is a perfect end to any meal.

• Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Sujata gold flour: This fine flour makes the dough elasticized, which is perfect for the puri. This gives you puris that are balanced in flavor and smooth in texture.
  • 3/4th Cup Semolina: Adding a little semolina or sooji to the puris keeps the puris crisp and makes them firmer.
  • Pinch of Kesar/saffron: Kesar or Saffron is considered a luxury when the spice is infused in any dish, it gives a beautiful yellow color to the dish along with an extraordinary aroma.
  • One Tbsp Sugar: A slight sweetness complements the taste of the milk. It will enhance the taste of the nuts and make the dessert delicious.
  • 1 Cup Milk: milk will moisten the dough; it will make it rich and creamy and your polis will turn out tender.
  • 10 Crushed Pistachio: Pistachios add a nutty flavor to the dish and a contrasting color to the dish.
  • 1 tsp Cranberries: Cranberries add a touch of fruitiness to the dish, these are optional. But they add a pop of color to your dish.
  • 1 tbsp Almond Silvering: These provide a mild nutty flavor and crunch to your dish, making your dish look attractive and presentable.

• Rotimatic Settings:

  For perfect puris, you can use Rotimatic

  • Flour: Sujata gold flour
  • Thickness: 1
  • Roast: 1
  • Oil:2

Sweet Kesar Milk Poli Recipe

Step 1:

Make Puri and place on paper towels to absorb oil.

Step 2:

Heat the milk, add kesar (saffron) and sugar. Mix well.

Step 3:

Fold the Puris in half, on a plate or bowl deep enough to hold milk.

Step 4:

Pour the kesar milk over the puris and garnish with the nuts and cranberry or raisins.

Step 5:

Serve fresh and hot.

Tips To Remember

• Don’t oversoak the puris, it will make them mushy
• Add the consistency of milk as per your preference, for a richer taste you should use full-fat milk
• If you like the tropical flavor, you can add half coconut and half regular milk.
• You can use rava or maida and the puri will turn out equally delicious.

Sweet kesar milk poli is a dessert and is a celebration in itself. It brings along the joy of having something traditional to share with your family. With modern innovations like the Rotimatic, preparing such traditional desserts is not a task anymore. You can now create memories with just a few clicks.