Besan barfi is a traditional Indian sweet made with gram flour, sugar, and milk powder. This delicious and easy-to-make dessert is a favorite among many. Let's dive into the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups besan (gram flour)
- 1 cup milk powder
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 5 tablespoons chopped/sliced almonds and pistachios
- 1 teaspoon ground green cardamom
Instructions:
- Prepare the pan: Grease a baking tray or line it with parchment paper.
- Roast the besan: Dry roast the besan in a pan until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
- Combine dry ingredients: Add milk powder to the roasted besan and mix thoroughly. Let the mixture cool completely before adding the cardamom powder.
- Make the sugar syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook until the syrup reaches a one-string consistency (take a little syrup between your thumb and index finger and stretch it; it should form a thin thread). Alternatively, pressure cook the syrup for 10 whistles to achieve the desired consistency.
- Combine the mixture: Pour the sugar syrup into the besan mixture while the syrup is still hot. Stir vigorously until the mixture comes together and the besan absorbs the syrup. If the mixture is too loose, cook it on low heat for a few minutes until it thickens.
- Set the barfi: Pour the mixture onto the prepared tray and spread it evenly. Press the chopped nuts into the surface.
- Cool and cut: Allow the barfi to cool completely before slicing it into desired shapes.
Enjoy your homemade besan barfi!
Tip: For a richer flavor, you can use ghee to roast the besan.
Additional Notes:
- Besan barfi is a great treat for any occasion, from Diwali to everyday snacks.
- You can customize this recipe by adding different nuts or flavorings like saffron or rose water.
- Store the barfi in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
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