Here's a summary of the ingredients and procedure:
Ingredients:
1. *White Sesame Seeds:* 250 grams
2. *Jaggery:* 250 grams (light-colored)
3. *Water:* 4-5 tablespoons
4. *Ghee:* 1-2 tablespoons
5. *Baking Powder:* 1/4 teaspoon
6. *Pistachios:* (for garnishing)
Procedure:
1. *Roasting Sesame Seeds:*
- Take 250 grams of white sesame seeds in a pan.
- Dry roast the sesame seeds on medium flame until they turn slightly golden brown.
- Ensure there is no need to add ghee or oil during roasting.
2. *Preparing Jaggery Syrup:*
- Clean the pan.
- Chop 250 grams of light-colored jaggery into small pieces.
- In the pan, add jaggery pieces and 4-5 tablespoons of water.
- Make jaggery syrup on medium flame until it reaches the consistency of a stone.
3. *Adding Ghee and Baking Powder:*
- Turn off the flame.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of ghee and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder to the jaggery syrup.
- Mix well until the syrup becomes lighter in color.
4. *Mixing Sesame Seeds:*
- Quickly add the roasted sesame seeds to the jaggery syrup.
- Mix well to coat all sesame seeds with the syrup.
5. *Setting the Gajak:*
- Transfer the mixture to a plate or tray lined with Oddy's EcoBake or parchment paper.
- Press and roll out the mixture thinly using a rolling pin.
- Allow it to cool, and then set it by pressing it with a paper.
- Garnish with pistachio shavings.
6. *Cutting and Storing:*
- Once set, cut the Gajak into desired shapes.
- Store the Gajak in an airtight container.
The Gajak is now ready to be enjoyed, and the video mentions that it has a soft texture that melts in the mouth.
3 янв 2024
