Description
Tilgul is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet made from sesame seeds and jaggery, perfect for celebrating Makar Sankranti with its delightful crunch and sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sesame seeds (til)
- 1 1/2 cups chikki jaggery (gul)
- 1 cup groundnuts
- 1 cup chana dal
- 1 tablespoon cardamom powder
- 1 tablespoon ghee
Instructions
- Roast the sesame seeds in a pan over medium heat until they turn a light brown color, then set them aside.
- In the same pan, dry roast the groundnuts and chana dal separately until they are golden brown. Allow them to cool, then crush them coarsely.
- In another pan, melt the jaggery over low heat, stirring continuously until it becomes a smooth syrup. Add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the melted jaggery and mix well.
- Add the roasted sesame seeds, crushed groundnuts, chana dal, and cardamom powder to the jaggery syrup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- While the mixture is still warm, shape it into small balls or flatten it into a tray to cut into squares once cooled.
- Allow the tilgul to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Tilgul can be stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks. If jaggery is not available, you can substitute with brown sugar, though the flavor will differ slightly. Ensure that the jaggery syrup is not overcooked, as it will harden too much when cooled. Serve tilgul with tea or as a festive treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0