Chocolate Ghevar Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ghee
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp saffron strands
- Oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Ghevar mold
- Deep frying pan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and cardamom powder. Mix well.
2. Add ghee and mix until it resembles bread crumbs.
3. Add water gradually and mix until a smooth batter is formed.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
5. Place the ghevar mold in the hot oil and pour the batter into it.
6. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the mold and drain excess oil.
7. In a saucepan, combine sugar, milk, and saffron strands. Cook until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens.
8. Add cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
9. Pour the chocolate sauce over the ghevar.
10. Garnish with saffron strands and chocolate chips.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Frying temperature: 180°C
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 50mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ghee can be substituted with clarified butter or vegetable oil.
- Saffron strands can be substituted with turmeric powder.
- Chocolate chips can be substituted with chopped chocolate bars.

Variations:
- Instead of chocolate sauce, you can use honey or sugar syrup.
- You can add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter for added texture and flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before pouring the batter into the mold.
- Use a non-stick pan to make the chocolate sauce to prevent it from sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter as it can make the ghevar tough.

Storage instructions:
- Store the chocolate ghevar in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the ghevar in a preheated oven at 180°C for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the chocolate ghevar on a plate with a drizzle of chocolate sauce and saffron strands.

Garnishes:
- Saffron strands and chocolate chips

Pairings:
- Masala chai or coffee

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ghevar is not crispy, the oil may not be hot enough.
- If the batter is too thick, add more water to make it smooth.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is not too hot to prevent burns.
- Use a clean and dry mold to prevent the batter from sticking.

Food history:
- Ghevar is a traditional Rajasthani sweet that is usually made during festivals and special occasions.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, chocolatey, and aromatic with hints of cardamom and saffron.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the chocolate ghevar as a dessert or a sweet snack.

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Region: Indian

Taste: Rich, Sweet, Chocolaty, Decadent, Moist