Badusha

Ingredients (11)

• plain flour3 cup
• unsalted butter125 g
• sugar1 tsp
• plain curd0.5 cup
• bicarbonate of soda0.5 tsp
• water
• oil
• sugar2 cup
• water0.5 cup
• cardamom powder2 pinch
• saffron1 pinch

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the softened butter and curd together until smooth and creamy.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, combine the plain flour, sugar and bicarbonate of soda.

3. 3

   Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Gradually add the water and bring the mixture together into a soft dough. Do not over-knead.

5. 5

   Cover the dough and allow it to rest for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Divide the dough into approximately 50 equal portions.

7. 7

   Roll each portion into a smooth ball and gently flatten the centre.

8. 8

   Heat oil over low to medium heat.

9. 9

   Fry the badusha in small batches until golden brown and cooked evenly on both sides.

10. 10

    Remove and drain on kitchen paper.

11. 11

    Prepare the sugar syrup by combining the sugar, water, cardamom powder and saffron in a saucepan or pressure cooker.

12. 12

    Cook until the syrup reaches a one-string consistency.

13. 13

    Alternatively, use the OPOS method by pressure cooking the sugar and water for 3 whistles (or Steam function for 1 minute in an Instant Pot).

14. 14

    Allow the syrup to cool slightly until warm.

15. 15

    Dip each fried badusha into the warm syrup for 1–2 minutes, turning once to coat evenly.

16. 16

    Remove and place on a wire rack.

17. 17

    Allow the sugar coating to dry completely before storing.