Lauki Barfi Recipe | एक चम्मच घी बिना मावा लौकी बर्फी | Easy Mithai Recipe | Diwali Sweets Recipes

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can reduce richness.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Stevia reduces calories, while jaggery adds a unique flavor.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is dairy-free, while butter is often less expensive.

khoya

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream is dairy-free, while evaporated milk is more accessible.

Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted.

Add 3 cups of grated bottle gourd to the pan and sauté until it becomes slightly dry.

Add sugar according to taste, approximately 3/4 cup, and mix well until it dissolves.

Pour in 1 cup of full-fat milk and stir continuously.

Add 1/2 cup of milk powder to the mixture and combine well.

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder for flavor.

Add 1 teaspoon of kewra water for aroma; if unavailable, rose water can be used instead.

Cook the mixture until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan, stirring frequently.

Transfer the mixture to a greased rectangular plate and press it down evenly.

Let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for 2 hours to set.

Once set, cut into desired shapes, such as squares or diamonds, and garnish with chopped almonds.

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