How to make KAJU KHOYA BESAN LADDOO -
This diwali make this decadent and rich besan laddoos to add a dose of excitement to the party!
This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.
Main Ingredients : Cashew nuts, Khoya/mawa (खोवा / मावा)
Cuisine : Indian
Course : Mithais
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KAJU KHOYA BESAN LADDOO Recipe Card
History of Indian cuisine dates back to nearly 5,000-years ago when various groups and cultures interacted with India that led to a diversity of flavours and regional cuisines.
Indian cuisine comprises of a number of regional cuisines. The diversity in soil type, climate, culture, ethnic group and occupations, these cuisines differ from each other mainly due to the use of locally available spices, herbs, vegetables and fruits. Indian food is also influenced by religious and cultural choices and traditions.
Foreign invasions, trade relations and colonialism had introduced certain foods to the country like potato, chillies and breadfruit.
Prep Time : 31-40 minutes
Cook time : 16-20 minutes
Serve : 4
Level Of Cooking : Moderate
Taste : Sweet
Ingredients for KAJU KHOYA BESAN LADDOO Recipe
Cashew nuts , coarsely powdered 1/2 cup
Khoya/mawa , grated 2 cups
Coarse gram flour (besan) (jada besan) 1 cup
Ghee 1/3 cup
Poppy seeds (khuskhus/posto) 2-3 teaspoons
Green cardamom powder 1/2 teaspoon
Powdered sugar 1 cup
Method
Step 1
Heat ghee in a wide non-stick pan. Add coarse gram flour and mix well. Continuously roast on low heat till it turns golden brown and fragrant.
Step 2
Switch the heat off, add the grate khoya and mix it till well combined.
Step 3
Add poppy seeds, green cardamom powder, and cashew nuts powder and sauté on low heat for 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer the roasted mixture on to a large bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.
Step 5
Add the powdered sugar and mix well with your hand. Take small portions of the mixture and tightly roll it into a ball. This is a laddoo.
Step 6
Arrange the laddoos on a serving plate. Serve.
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