Low Sodium Badusha

Indulge in the delightful flavors of **Low Sodium Badusha**, a healthier twist on the traditional Indian festive sweet. Crafted with all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and plain yogurt, this recipe delivers the signature flaky and melt-in-your-mouth texture while keeping sodium in check. The golden-fried dough is delicately soaked in a saffron and cardamom-infused sugar syrup, adding a luxurious aroma and a hint of citrus from fresh lemon juice. Topped with a sprinkle of finely chopped pistachios, these treats are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for celebrations or a guilt-free indulgence, this low sodium version retains all the charm of the classic without compromising on flavor. Serve them fresh or store them in an airtight container for a sweet pick-me-up anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup plain yogurt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 10 saffron strands
• 0.25 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 2 cups oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted pistachios, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and baking soda.

Step 2

Add unsalted butter and plain yogurt to the flour mixture. Mix well until the ingredients form a crumbly texture.

Step 3

Gradually add water, a tablespoon at a time, and knead until a smooth, firm dough forms. Allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.

Step 4

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine powdered sugar and water to make the syrup. Stir until the sugar melts completely.

Step 5

Add saffron strands and lemon juice to the syrup and let it simmer until it reaches a one-thread consistency. Stir in cardamom powder and set it aside.

Step 6

Divide the dough into small golf ball-sized portions. Flatten each portion and use your thumb to make a depression in the center on both sides.

Step 7

Heat oil in a deep-frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, reduce the flame to low and deep fry the badusha until they are golden brown on both sides. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 8

Remove from oil and immediately dip the badusha in the prepared sugar syrup, letting them soak for about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the syrup-soaked badusha onto a plate and garnish with chopped pistachios.

Step 10

Allow them to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(868.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4985.6

Total Fat 481.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 65.7mg	0%
Sodium 388.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 64.4g
Protein 19.9g	0%

Vitamin D 29.4IU	0%
Calcium 180.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 796.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.3%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 13.2%