Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Brown Sugar (Demerara Sugar)

1 cup

Jaggery

crushed

1 cup

Broken Wheat (Dalia/ Godumai Rava)

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)

crushed

1.5 tbsp

Ghee

0.5 cup

Cashew Nuts

2 cup

Water

Step 1
~3 min

Crush the jaggery and keep it aside.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat ghee in a pan and fry cashew nuts until golden brown; set aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Boil water in a heavy-bottom pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Add wheat rava to the boiling water.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover and cook until the rava is soft, ensuring it is not mushy (approximately 20 minutes).

Step 6
~3 min

Add sugar and jaggery to the cooked rava.

Step 7
~3 min

Let it melt and turn into a syrup, about 5-8 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Mix well until the syrup is absorbed by the rava.

Step 9
~3 min

Add remaining ghee and mix again, cooking for 2 minutes until the ghee is fully absorbed.

Step 10
~3 min

Add crushed cardamom powder and fried cashew nuts.

Step 11
~3 min

Turn off the heat and serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the rava lightly before cooking for a nuttier flavor.

Adjust the amount of sugar and jaggery to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert or snack.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Commonly made during festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Raksha Bandhan

Occasion Tags

Festival
Celebration
Dessert

Popularity Score

60/100

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