Lauki Ki Barfi

Lauki Ki Barfi

Recipe by Mudita BhageriaCourse: Dessert, SidesCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

12

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes

This dessert is truly amazing! This time, I tried to make something healthier, so I came up with this lauki barfi. It sounds odd but try this unique recipe out – somehow it works and tastes delicious! This would also be great if you are fasting.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 medium size lauki, no seeds

  • ½ cup dry milk powder

  • ½ cup dry almond flour

  • ½ cup sugar or to taste

  • 2 tbsp ghee or unsalted butter

  • A few flakes saffron

  • 1 tsp cardamom powder

  • For garnish – pistachio, cashew and almond – slice

Directions

  • Peel and grate the lauki and press out the water, then keep aside.
  • Meanwhile, take a cup and add 2 tbsp milk and saffron, then keep aside.
  • Start a wok or pan on medium low heat and add ghee or butter and wait for a minute. 
  • Add lauki and roast for 10 minutes or until the pan is not sticky. Stir often.
  • Add milk powder and almond flour and mix, then add cardamom powder and mix again.
  • Now add sugar, stir everything very well then add saffron and mix for a minute.
  • Take a tray and spread ghee, then add the lauki mixture. Wait for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with pistachio, cashew and almond. Keep in the fridge for 6 – 8 hours or overnight.
  • Cut in slices and serve this unique sweet dish.

Notes

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  • Add sugar as your taste.