Thengai poli/ Coconut poli

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 Course: Snacks

 Cuisine: Indian

 Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh 

Introduction about coconut poli:

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Today, we are going to learn about a delicious traditional South Indian sweet called Coconut Poli, also known as Thengai Poli. It is made with fresh grated coconut, jaggery, cardamom, and a soft outer layer of dough. This sweet is especially popular during festivals and special occasions. Coconut contains fibre, which supports healthy digestion jaggery contains small amounts of minerals such as iron and potassium, depending on its processing. Cardamom gives Coconut Poli its lovely aroma and delicious taste.

Coconut Poli is soft, sweet, aromatic, and full of traditional flavour. Let's explore its delicious taste and health benefits!

Coconut poli/Thengai poli
Ingredients for making coconut poli:

For the filling:

  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • ¾ cup jaggery
  • ¼ tsp cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp ghee

For the dough:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
  • A pinch of turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Water as needed
  • Ghee for cooking
Steps for making coconut poli:
  • First for filling heat a pan, add jaggery with a little water, and stir until dissolved. Strain if needed. 
  • Then add grated coconut and cook until the mixture thickens.
  • Then add cardamom powder give a gentle mix and let it cool.
  • Now for the dough, Mix flour, turmeric powder, oil, and water. Knead into a soft dough. 
  • Coat it with oil and let it rest for 30–60 minutes.
  • After 1 hour divide the dough and filling into equal portions. 
  • Now, Flatten each dough ball and place the coconut filling inside, seal it, and gently roll it into a thin circle.
  • Side by switch on the gas stove and heat a tawa over medium-low heat. Cook both sides with a little ghee until golden spots appear and the poli is cooked through.
  • Serve Coconut poli hot and enjoy.
Notes for making coconut poli:
  •  Serve the warm Coconut Poli with a little ghee on top.
  •  It tastes delicious as a festive dessert or an evening sweet.
  •  Instead of maida you use wheat flour.
  •  Instead of normal coconut you can add desiccated coconut.

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