Thengai poli Recipe | Simple Vegetarian Method — Simple Dessert You Can Make Today

A South Indian staple brought to life with fresh spices, healthy ingredients and time-honoured technique. A sweet finish to any meal, this dessert is indulgent yet surprisingly simple to prepare at home.

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a curious beginner, this Thengai poli recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. The step-by-step video above walks you through every technique — from preparation to plating — so you can cook with confidence.

The recipe uses 4 key ingredients including coconut, jaggery, flour, cardamom. Each serving contains approximately 180 calories, with 2g of protein — making it a guilt-free addition to your diet.

Did you know? A sweet South Indian flatbread. Fun fact: "Poli" means flattened in Tamil. The coconut-jaggery filling is called "pooranam." Traditionally made for festivals. The dough should be paper-thin. Cooked on a griddle until golden. Best served warm with ghee. A labor of love!