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Till Gud Gajak Burfi

Cultural Context

Till Gud Gajak Burfi is a traditional Indian sweet often prepared during the winter months, especially around the festival of Makar Sankranti. This dish symbolizes the arrival of longer days and is believed to bring good health and prosperity. The combination of sesame seeds and jaggery is not only delicious but also provides warmth during the cold season, making it a popular treat among families and communities.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
200 grams sesame seeds
100 grams peanuts
300 grams jaggery
1 tablespoon ghee
pistachios (optional)
1 tablespoon water

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is lower on the glycemic index, while brown sugar is often more affordable.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds can provide similar crunch and nutrition at a lower cost.

1

Roast 200 grams of sesame seeds in a low flame for 4 to 5 minutes until they are crispy.

2

Remove the roasted sesame seeds and let them cool.

3

Roast 100 grams of peanuts in a low flame until their skins come off, then let them cool.

4

Grease a mold with oil and line it with butter paper, securing the sides with clips.

5

Peel the skins off the cooled peanuts.

6

Grind the roasted sesame seeds and peanuts together until well mixed.

7

In a pan, melt 300 grams of grated jaggery with 1 tablespoon of water over low heat until it changes color and thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the melted jaggery and mix well.

9

Combine the ground sesame and peanut mixture with the jaggery, pressing it together until well mixed.

10

Transfer the mixture into the prepared mold and press it evenly.

11

Optionally, sprinkle some pistachios on top and press them in.

12

Let the mixture set for about half an hour before cutting into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

panmoldbutter paperspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutssesame

Also Known As

Sesame Jaggery FudgeGajak Burfi

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