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Receta Amma's Recipes | G for Gavvalu | Andhra Style Sweet Shells
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Ingredientes
- 2 cups all purpose flour (maida)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp melted ghee
- water - to knead
- Oil for deep frying
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup water - to make syrup
- a pinch of cardamom powder
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