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Monday, January 13, 2014

Til Ke Ladoo


Til Ke Ladoo

 

 Sesame seeds are extremely rich in essential minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. Seasame/ til ke ladoo is very famous sweet for the festival of Makar Sakranti. So, enjoy this delicious recipe on this auspicious occasion of sankranti.



Ingredients:-
1 cup jaggery
200 gms til - white sesame seeds
3/4 cup grated coconut
2-3 tbsp crushed peanuts (Or cashews/ almonds)
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
1/2 tbsp ghee 

How to make Til ke Ladoo:-

·         Dry roast sesame seeds in a pan on medium heat; till pale/light brown about 4-5 mins. Remove and set aside.

·         In same pan, roast coconut till light brown. Remove and then roast peanuts. Keep aside.

·         Heat saucepan and add jaggery to it. Let it cook till it melts completely. Stir in between. Once melted, add ghee and remove from heat. Remember not to let it get burnt.

·         Add roasted sesame, coconut, peanuts and cardamom powder to it and mix well. Let it cool slightly.

·         Once cool enough to handle by hand, take small lumps of mixture and make balls of it with the help of your palms. 

·         Til ke Ladoo is ready.

 

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