Holi 2023: Holi is next week and we are already dreaming of the lovely dishes we will get to eat: Gujiya, Kachori, Ladoo, Puran Poli, Dahi Bhalla and many more! We’ll mostly wash it down with a welcome glass of thandai or Lassi, Many of us enjoy making these traditional festive dishes ourselves and sharing them with our families. But are you planning to do something different this year? Are you probably tired of eating too many sweets during this time? Holi, If so, then we have a delicious solution for you: make paneer gujiyas! These gujiyas are also a great way to surprise your guests: they look absolutely sweet on the outside, but they’re filled with delicious cheese filling!
(Also Read: 5 Delicious Desi Sweets You Can Make With A Glass Of Thandai,
What is Paneer Gujiya or Paneer Karanji?
Holi 2023: Gujiyas have many variations in India – in fillings and names. photo credit: iStock
As the name suggests, this dish is only a savory version of the classic Holi sweet. Gujiya not only has many types but also has many names. This crescent shaped dish is called Karanji in Maharashtra, Newri in Goa and Karnataka, Som in Tamil Nadu, Garijalu in Telangana, Pedakiya in Bihar etc. It is traditionally made from a variety of sweet ingredients, including jaggery, coconut, Lostdry fruits cheese GujiaHowever, completely different. Grated paneer is added to it along with a variety of spices, making a distinctive type of filling. Here’s how you can cook it at home.
(Also Read: 9 Delicious Dry Paneer Recipes You’ll Love To Make Again And Again!,
How to make Paneer Gujiya | Paneer Karanji Recipe:
Holi 2023: Make this gujiya a real delight by adding paneer, spices and a dash of cottage cheese. photo credit: iStock
There are two parts to this recipe: the outer shell and the paneer stuffing.
- You have to make the outer layer in the same way as you make the layer of sweet gujiya/karanji. Just mix flour, ghee, water and milk to make a thick dough. Knead it and keep it covered while making the stuffing.
- To make the stuffing, heat one tablespoon oil in a pan and fry cumin seeds, ginger garlic paste, green chilies and onions. Add turmeric, chili powder, fennel powder, dry mango powder, paneer, half boiled green peas and kasoori methi to the vessel.
- Mix well and finally add honey, crushed cashews and salt to taste. Cover the mixture and let it cook for a few minutes. Add black pepper powder along with coriander and stir till the mixture dries up. (You can choose to avoid ingredients that are not to your taste, but always make sure the final stuffing is dry and cool).
- Make a ball of fine flour and roll it thinly. Place a small portion of the paneer stuffing in the center and seal it.
- Deep fry the gujiyas till they turn golden. They taste best when served with methi (sweet) chutney and spicy green chutney – the kind you use for chaat or samosas.
Click here for the full recipe of Paneer Gujiya
Now you have the perfect yummy dish to accompany all the Holi sweets. As always, cheese saves the day!
(Also Read: How to make Kesar Gujiya? Easy recipe shared by Pankaj Bhadoria,
featured video of the day
About Toshita SawhneyToshita is inspired by the play of words, wanderlust, awe and alliteration. When she’s not blissfully thinking about her next meal, she enjoys reading novels and walking around town.