Sweet Maida Biscuits Recipe| Easy Kalakala Sweet
Sweet Maida Biscuits, also known as Kalakala, is a popular Indian sweet snack. It is characterized by its mild sweetness and unique texture, which is crispy and flaky.
Ingredients
- 250 grams All Purpose Flour / Maida
- 50 grams Butter
- 100 grams Sugar Powdered
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Cardamom Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda optional
- Water as needed to form a dough
Instructions
- Add all-purpose flour/ maida to a large mixing bowl. Add salt, baking soda, and cardamom powder for a delightful aroma.
- Measure and powder the sugar in a dry grinder.
- Add the powdered white sugar and butter to the maida mixture.
- Rub with your fingers till it resembles a crumbly texture.
- Add water little by little and start forming the dough.
- Knead the dough for about 5 until it becomes smooth and soft.
- Once the dough is ready, cover it with a clean cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes. This resting period makes the dough more manageable and easier to roll out.
- After resting, divide the dough into smaller portions for easier handling.
- Roll one portion into a ball, then flatten it slightly with your palm.
- Roll out the dough into a thin sheet, about ⅛-inch in thickness. You can use a rolling pin for this.
- Use a knife or a pizza cutter to cut the rolled-out dough into square or diamond shapes.
- Heat enough oil for frying over medium heat in a deep, heavy-bottomed pan. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking.
- Carefully slide the pieces into the hot oil.
- Fry them in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, usually about 3-4 minutes. Make sure to turn them over for even frying.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried maida biscuits from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- A great tea time snack is ready to be served. Allow the sweet maida biscuits to cool completely before storing them in an air tight container.
Notes
It is very important to maintain medium-low heat to achieve the desired outcome. Frying at the right temperature ensures that the maida biscuits are well cooked.
Keep your Sweet maida biscuits in an airtight container after cooling completely. They stay fresh for up to a month.
Add water little by little until you form a smooth dough. Do not add them all at once.
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