Gajak
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This Sankranti, we bring to you the mouth-watering recipe of Gajak, a famous North Indian specialty dish. This confection is widely appreciated for its great taste and rich aroma. To make this dish richer, you can add dry fruits to it. Healthy-to-eat and super luscious, make Gajak your go-to option and bring in some warmth to your body this winter season.
| Serves | Preparation Time | Cooking Time |
| 4 People | 25-30 Minutes | 15-20 Minutes |
Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 3/4 cup soft and sticky jaggery
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp oil to grease pan
- 1/4 tsp powdered cardamom
Method
Step 1
Take a pastry tray or a simple steel plate, grease it with oil and keep it aside.
Step 2
In a heavy bottom pan, roast sesame seeds until they become light brown and keep aside.
Step 3
In a separate pan, take jaggery and heat it on a low flame.
Step 4
After the jaggery melts, add ghee, cardamom powder, and stir it gently, so that all the ingredients mix together properly.
Step 5
Now, slowly add the roasted sesame seeds and mix gently.
Step 6
Pour the mixture onto the greased tray and allow it to cool. Spread it evenly.
Step 7
With a knife, make indentations for square or other shapes, as desired.
Step 8
Cool it completely before you can break it into pieces.
Nutritional Information
| Calories | 173 K cal |
| Proteins | 36 g |
| Fat | 46 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Cholesterol | 5 mg |
| Sodium | 125 mg |
| Potassium | 216 mg |
