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Crispy Semolina Puff (Tea Time Snack)
A crunchy, flaky puff made only with semolina (suji), ghee and a few Indian spices. No wheat flour or maida is used – the dough is built from hot‑water‑infused semolina, layered with ghee and lightly fried in low‑heat oil so it puffs up perfectly. Ideal to serve with tea.
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Critical Success Points
- • Tempering spices without burning them
- • Mixing hot water with semolina to form a smooth dough
- • Layering with ghee‑cornflour mixture and dusting flour
- • Refrigerating the layered dough to set the layers
- • Frying at low temperature (~120°C) to allow gentle puffing
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can cause severe burns – use a deep pan and keep a lid nearby.
- • Hot water from the tempering step can cause scalds; handle with care.
- • Do not leave the frying oil unattended.
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