Ingredients

• 2 cups maida (all-purpose flour)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• ½ cup ghee (clarified butter)
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine maida, sugar, cardamom powder, and ghee. Mix well until crumbly.
2. Add water gradually to form a smooth dough. Cover it and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. Roll out the dough into a thick sheet and cut into diamond shapes.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the diamond-shaped biscuits until golden brown and crisp.
5. Remove and drain on paper towels. Let them cool before serving.

Notes

Shankarpali is a popular sweet snack usually enjoyed during festivals like Diwali or Holi. It can be served with tea or coffee.