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Chandrakala

Chandrakala

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Chandrakala is a majestic, robust, and profoundly aromatic North Indian heritage sweet, uniquely celebrated for its circular moon-like shape and intense syrup-soaked profile. This recipe features a pastry crust stuffed with a professional-grade mixture of khoya, nuts, and cardamom, deep-fried and then dipped in saffron syrup. Known for its sophisticated appearance and status as a premier celebratory delicacy in traditional UP and Bihar dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage healthy vegetarian confectionery. The taste is intensely sweet and rich, with the syrup providing a unique professional-grade juicy lift. Best enjoyed warm from the professional-grade bowl. A Mandatory staple for grand festive occasions.

Prep Time40 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Servings10 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

2 cups Maida (Refined flour)
1/2 cup Pure Desi Ghee
1.5 cups Khoya (Milk solids)
1/2 cup Sugar, powdered
1/2 cup Mixed Nuts, chopped
1 tsp Cardamom powder
1.5 cups Sugar for syrup
A few strands of Saffron
Pure Desi Ghee for deep frying
Water for kneading
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using high-quality saffron is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade golden syrup glow.
  • Ensuring the edges are braided tightly provides the absolute secret to preventing the stuffing from leaking.
  • The addition of a little rose water in the syrup provide the essential professional-grade floral lift found in heritage recipes.
  • Always fry on a steady fire specifically to ensure the professional-grade uniform crust thickness.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 piece (90g))

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

6g

Fat

16g

Carbs

32g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.