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Ever wondered what to do with the browned ghee residue (leftover milk solids) left in your pan after making homemade ghee? This Coconut Burfi transforms those toasted milk solids into a rich, fudge-like treat, a no-waste dessert.
By combining those toasted milk solids with fresh coconut, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic cardamom, you transform "leftovers" into a soft, flavourful sweet with a wonderful homemade taste. It’s a traditional recipe with a sustainable twist—perfect for beginners and a...
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Heat ghee or oil in a pan. Fry the chopped mixed nuts on low-medium heat until they turn lightly golden and fragrant. Remove and set them aside.
Boil the milk with the cardamom powder in a heavy-bottomed pot.
Stir the milk solids (ghee residue) directly into the boiling milk and mix well for 3-4 minutes.
Add the grated coconut and stir until well combined.
Add the sugar, coconut milk, and a pinch of salt. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Fold the roasted nuts back into the thickened mixture, stir well, and turn off the heat.
Pour the hot mixture into a greased tray or a baking dish lined with parchment paper. Smooth out the top evenly using a spatula or the back of the spoon.
Allow the mixture to cool down completely to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Once chilled, slice into clean squares or diamond shapes and serve.
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Turn off the stove the second the mixture clumps together and leaves the sides of the pan to avoid overcooking, which makes the burfi hard and crumbly.
If using frozen coconut, ensure it is completely thawed and at room temperature before adding.
For a nut-free option, skip the nuts or replace them with toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
To use jaggery instead of sugar, turn off the heat completely before adding it to prevent the milk from curdling. Stir it in quickly at the very end until melted.
Can I use frozen coconut?
Yes, but make sure it is completely thawed and at room temperature before adding to the recipe.
How do I prevent the burfi from becoming hard?
Turn off the stove as soon as the mixture clumps together and leaves the sides of the pan. Overcooking makes the burfi hard and crumbly.
Can I make this recipe nut-free?
Yes, you can skip the nuts or replace them with toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
How long can I store the burfi?
Store the sliced burfi in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays fresh for up to 7 days.
Can I use jaggery instead of sugar?
Yes, but turn off the heat completely before adding jaggery to prevent the milk from curdling. Stir it in quickly until melted.
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