How to Make Air Fried Jaggery Thekua - A Healthier Twist on a Classic Treat
Air Fried Jaggery Powder Thekua recipe. By air frying instead of deep frying and using jaggery powder as a natural sweetener, you get a delicious, crispy snack that’s lower in fat and packed with essential nutrients.
Servings 1518 15-18 pieces
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Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour blend
- 2 tbsp ghee clarified butter
- 1/4 cup water adjust for dough consistency
- 1 tspcardamom powder optional for flavor
- 1/4 cup grated coconut optional
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds optional for crunch
- 1/2 cup Jaggery powder
- 1/4 cup semolina
- 1/4 cup dry grated coconut powder
- 1 tsp fennal seeds
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine wheat flour, jaggery powder,semolina, fennal seeds, cardamom powder, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt.
- Add melted ghee and a little water at a time, kneading the dough to a firm consistency. You want the dough to be slightly stiff, not too soft.
- Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them to form thick discs. You can use spoons or knife to create decorative designs on top, if desired.
- Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and preheat it for 3 minutes.
- Use a pastry brush to apply a thin layer of ghee on both sides of each Thekua.
- Place the greased Thekua in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air-fry as directed at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Let the air-fried thekua cool on a rack before serving. They will become crispier as they cool.