Make the dough
In a saucepan heat milk, ghee, and sugar on medium heat until sugar dissolves. Keep aside to cool. You can also microwave it for 30-45 seconds.
In a large mixing bowl, sift the all-purpose flour, salt, and cardamom powder. Mix to combine.
Add the cooled ghee and milk sugar mixture and knead to make a soft firm dough that is not sticky.
Note: The dough might feel wet like it needs more flour. Keep kneading and it should turn nonsticky.

Rest the dough for 5-10 mins. The dough will firm up and become stiff/tight as the ghee starts to solidify.
Making Shankarpali
Knead the rested dough once again and divide it into 2-3 parts. Knead each part and form a ball.
Take one ball and roll it into a slightly thick 5-6 inch circle. If the rolled dough doesn't look smooth, don't worry. It is normal to have cracked edges.

Using a karanji cutter or knife or pizza cutter, make 1-inch apart vertical lines and then horizontal to make squares (or diamonds). For diamond shape, cut horizontally 1 inch apart at an angle.
Discard the edges and join them to form another ball. Transfer the perfect square or diamonds to a plate lined with parchment paper, make sure they are separated and not sticking.
Keep them covered with a wet cloth to prevent from drying.
You can either fry them in batches or make all the remaining balls

In a similar manner and then fry all at once.For Frying:
Test oil by adding one small dough. It should rise up slowly if it doesn’t then heat it more. If it turns brown too quickly then reduce the heat and let the oil cool and bit and test again.
Heat oil on medium heat and fry in batches. Do not overcrowd. If they are browning too quickly reduce the heat to medium-low. Keep adjusting as needed.
Fry stirring frequently until they are golden brown on both sides.
Drain using a slotted spatula

To make sure all the oil drains off.
Remove on a paper towel-lined plate and continue frying the remaining batches.
Khuskhushit shankarpali is ready!! Allow to cool completely and then store in an airtight container. These stay good at room temperature for 3-4 weeks. Enjoy for snack or as dessert