Bhoplyache Gharge - A Traditional Maharashtrian Sweet Delight
Bhoplyache Gharge is one of Maharashtra’s most beloved traditional sweets, prepared especially during festivals like Diwali, Shravan, or on special family occasions. Made with red pumpkin (bhopla), jaggery, and wheat flour, this dish is a beautiful blend of health, heritage, and heavenly taste.
Ingredients
To prepare this authentic sweet, you’ll need:
Grated red pumpkin – 1 cup
Jaggery – ¾ cup
Wheat flour – 1 to 1½ cups
Ghee – 1 tablespoon
A pinch of salt
Oil or ghee for frying
Method
Grate the red pumpkin and cook it in a pan with a little water until soft.
Add jaggery to the cooked pumpkin and mix well until the jaggery melts completely.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly. Then, add ghee, salt, and wheat flour to form a soft dough.
Make small dough balls and roll them out into thick discs, similar to puris.
Heat oil or ghee in a pan and deep-fry the gharge on medium flame until golden brown on both sides.
Place the fried gharge on tissue paper to remove excess oil.
Pro Tip
Always fry on medium heat to ensure the gharge cook evenly and retain their rich flavor. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container—they stay fresh for up to 3–4 days.
Health Benefits
Red pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A and dietary fiber, while jaggery provides natural energy and essential minerals. Together, they make Bhoplyache Gharge a wholesome sweet—perfect for both taste and health.
Conclusion
Bhoplyache Gharge is not just a sweet treat—it’s a piece of Maharashtra’s culinary heritage. The aroma of warm gharge made by mothers and grandmothers evokes nostalgia and a sense of home. This simple yet delightful dish reminds us that traditional recipes never go out of style—they only grow sweeter with time.
