Recipe of Surati Ghari


Recipe of Surati Ghari is sought after for all lovers of Surati cuisine. This irresistible dish is a favorite for all, for its beautiful flavors that come out of the delightful concoction.

Ingredients for Surati Ghari



For the filling of Surati Ghari:

  • 3 cups Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 cup Paneer or Indian cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup fine Semolina
  • 1 tin Condensed Milk
  • 4 tbsp. Ghee or vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 1/2 cup grounded pistachios and almonds
  • 25 Cardamom pods (grind to powder)
  • 15 - 20 Saffron strands (soaked in 2 tsp. of milk )



For the puri of Surati Ghari:
  • 2 cups Flour or Indian maida
  • 2 tbsp Ghee or clarified butter
  • 2 cups Ghee or vegetable oil for frying
  • Milk for proper holding
For garnishing of Surati Ghari:
  • 2 cups Ghee
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (powdered)
  • Almonds (Slivered)
  • Pistachios (Slivered)


Method to make Surati Ghari



Method to make the filling:
  • Heat the ghee or vegetable oil in a non stick pan and add the ricotta cheese along with paneer.
  • Stir constantly over medium heat till the cheese and paneer are well mixed.
  • Separately, dry roast semolina for 3 - 4 minutes, frequently stirring on medium heat. Mix to the cheese and paneer mixture.
  • Mix the condensed milk and the sugar and stir constantly.
  • As the water evaporates, add the pistachios, almonds and saffron and set aside to cool in normal temperature.
  • Make balls with the help of hand, each approximately 1" in diameter. Set aside.
Method to make the Puri:
  • Add together the ghee to the flour and mix well with the help of hand making sure no lump is left.
  • Pour milk to make a soft but firm dough. Make small balls and roll out to make thin puris of about 3 centimeter in diameter.
Preparing the Ghari:
  • Place a ball of the filling into each puri.
  • Pull up the sides of the Puris to completely wrap around the filling ball.
  • Remove excess dough and seal properly.
  • Flatten a little with a soft press of hand.
  • Heat the ghee or vegetable oil in a frying pan.
  • Fry the puris properly on both sides on low flame till light golden color.
  • Set aside for 3-4 hours and allow to cool.
Garnishing the Surati Ghari:
  • Blend grounded ghee and sugar till light and fluffy.
  • Dip the Surati Gharis and place carefully on a waxed paper lined cookie sheet.
  • Decorate with slivers of almonds and pistachios.
  • Set aside so that the ghee becomes firm before serving.
  • The Recipe of Surati Ghari is fully executed and ready to serve.




Last Updated on : April 21, 2026