As Durga Puja approaches, our homes are filled with the spirit of devotion and the warmth of cherished traditions. Among the offerings that grace our altars, Rote holds a special place. Made from a simple blend of ghee, sugar, finely chopped almonds, and raisins, Rote may not always receive the attention it deserves, but its rich flavors and comforting textures speak to the heart of our traditions. Each bite serves as a reminder of the devotion woven into our prayers and the blessings we share with loved ones during this festive season.

Let’s explore this simple yet meaningful recipe that adds warmth to our festive celebrations!

Rote

  • 2 cups of flour
  • ½ cup of sugar
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 2 cups of ghee
  • 1 tbsp of fennel seeds ( gros anis)
  • 1 tbsp of cardamom powder
  • A spoonful of sliced almonds (badam)
  • A handful of raisins

Directions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, ghee, milk, fennel seeds, and cardamom powder to form a soft yet firm dough.
  • Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into balls. Flatten each ball gently with your palms.
  • Place a few sliced almonds and raisins in the center of each flattened dough piece, then reshape the dough into a ball, enclosing the filling.
  • Flatten the ball again gently to form a disc.
  • In a pan, heat the ghee until melted.
  • Fry the Rote until golden brown on both sides.
  • Serve warm with puri, laddoo, kheer, and greo!

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