It’s Diwali! The time to light divas and make special dishes. Among the sweets and desserts that are popular in Diwali, especially in Maharashtra, is the Shankarpali / Shankarpale or the Shakkarpara.

It is a bite-sized deep fried sweet plus savoury snack item that occupies an intrinsic place in sweet boxes that are mostly distributed at wedding functions. For making the dough - mix melted ghee ...