It's is quite a popular North Indian recipe. Traditionally, its made of Jaggery And Sesame Seeds and prevents the body from cold. Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious days of the year.

TIL GUD GAJAK

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By Mayuri Chauhan

Jan, 12th

867

Servings
4 persons
Cook Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
4 - 6

Ingredients

  • 250 Grams Jaggery (Gud)
  • 250 Grams White Sesame Seeds ( Safed Til)
  • 2 Tablespoon Water
  • 2 Tablespoon Ghee
  • 1/4th Teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Elaichi Powder

Instructions

  • Step 1 - In a large heavy-bottomed kadhai , dry roast sesame seeds (Til) on low heat till they turn brown , then keep aside. Step 2 - Now in a kadhai take 2 tablespoon water let it boil and then add jaggery (Gud) , stir it till the jaggery melt in water , once it melt completely stir it for 5-7 mins and then add 2 tablespoon ghee to soften a consistency. Stir it continuously for more 5 mins and then off the flame. Step 3 - Now add 1/4th teaspoon baking powder (remember gas flame should be off) and stir till it turns thick . Step 4 - Now add roasted sesame seeds and elaichi powder in the jaggery syrup and mix well. Now transfer this mixture to the ghee coated tray and level it with large spatula , let it set for 10 mins to the cool place (do not refrigerate). Step 5 - After it set break into the pieces and grind it in a grinder for the powder consistency. Step 6 - Lastly , transfer this mixture into the greased tray , level it with a spatula and make cuts on it. Once it has cooled down you can separate the pieces.

Notes/Tips

Store them in an air-tight container once properly cooled.