Mix sugar, cardamom and egg.
Add baking powder and salt mix well.
Add maida in batches and mix well to make a dough.
Add oil and make a dough of roti dough consistency.
Cover and let it rest for an hour.
Grease the rested dough with some oil.
Shape the dough into an elongated log/pipe.
Using a knife, cut the dough into 1" thick square pieces. You can also cut it into triangles.
Make two deep cuts making a cross on each square piece.
Heat oil in a pan and deep fry over medium heat until golden.
Flip and cook both sides.