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BESAN

BURFI

12.3 Besan Bur

Quantity

Ingredient

1 c

Besan

1 c

Shortening

1 c

Sugar

4 seeds

Cardamom

Nuts (optional)

Method

1. Melt shortening in a pan.

2. Turn down heat and add cardamom and Besan.

3. Fry, stirring constantly to prevent burning until it has changed to a

brown color and smells done. (Test: a few drops of water sprinkled on

it sputters instantly).

4. Turn o the heat and stir in the sugar.

5. Spread " thick onto a platter.

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6. Cut into diamond shapes after it has cooled down.

12.4 Kheer

Quantity

Ingredient

c

Rice

1

2

4 c

Milk

c

Raisins

1

4

-1 c

Sugar

3

4

1 t

Cardamom seeds

c

Shredded blanched almonds

1

4

6-8 drops

Rose water

c

Water

1

2

Method

1. Wash and drain the rice.

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