Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1 cup ghee
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Special equipment needed:
- Heavy-bottomed pan
- Mixing bowl
- Square baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the ghee over medium heat.
2. Add the besan to the pan and stir continuously to avoid lumps.
3. Keep stirring until the besan turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma.
4. Remove the pan from the heat and set it aside.
5. In another pan, add sugar and water and bring it to a boil.
6. Keep stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
7. Reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer for a few minutes until it reaches a one-string consistency.
8. Add the besan mixture to the sugar syrup and mix well.
9. Grease a square baking dish with ghee and pour the mixture into it.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes and then cut it into diamond shapes.
11. Serve the Mysore Pak with Ghee warm or at room temperature.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 12-15 pieces
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use clarified butter instead of ghee.
- You can use jaggery instead of sugar.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts like almonds, cashews, or pistachios to the mixture.
- You can add cardamom powder for a fragrant flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Keep stirring the besan mixture to avoid lumps.
- Make sure the sugar syrup reaches a one-string consistency.
- Grease the baking dish well to avoid sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store the Mysore Pak with Ghee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the Mysore Pak with Ghee in the microwave for a few seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the Mysore Pak with Ghee on a platter or in a decorative box.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the Mysore Pak with Ghee with chopped nuts or edible silver foil.
Pairings:
Serve the Mysore Pak with Ghee with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
You can serve the Mysore Pak with Ghee with savory snacks like samosas or pakoras.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the besan mixture becomes too dry, add a little more ghee.
- If the sugar syrup becomes too thick, add a little more water.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the Mysore Pak with Ghee in an airtight container to avoid spoilage.
Food history:
Mysore Pak is a traditional Indian sweet that originated in the city of Mysore in Karnataka.
Flavor profiles:
Mysore Pak with Ghee has a rich, nutty flavor and a crumbly texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Mysore Pak with Ghee as a dessert or a snack.
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