Besan is a blended form of chana dal which is widely used in India since it is not only a rich source of protein and highly nutritious but also easy to digest!!
It is useful in making many vegetarian & non-vegetarian food items as well as deserts.
Today’s special is Besan ki Barfi……
Inredients::
Besan 1 cup
Milk 1 cup
Ghee 1 cup
Sugar 1 cup or according to taste
Cashew 10-15 pieces chopped
Kismis (raisins) 8-10
Almonds 5-6 small pieces cut width wise
Chhoti Elaichi (cardamom) 5-6 pieces crushed
Preparation::
In a mixing bowl add besan, sugar, cashew, kismis, almonds and chhoti elaichi
Mix well and add milk
Whisk it properly so that it turns into a smooth paste
Heat ghee in a pan
Add the paste and cook in a low heat
Keep stirring so that it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan
In 10-15 minutes you would see the color turning into light brown
Once the lump is formed in the center of the pan remove it from heat
Now spread the lump on a greased plate and make the upper surface smooth
Let it cool and cut into diamond or square shapes
For best result refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes and serve!!
What's on my plate today!! 