South Asia — Muslim traditions
Besan Coconut Burfi
A South Asian dessert of besan, desiccated coconut and almonds.
30 min · Serves 4 · Easy
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Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 30 min · 30 min total
- easy
- 1
Use good quality besan and ghee. Sieve besan. Heat ghee. Roast besan on low till nice aroma comes. Keep stirring.
- 2
Now slowly add milk, keep stirring to avoid lumps. Add sugar, coconut. Cook 20 mins on low. Keep stirring very frequently. Taste for sugar. Add more if needed.
- 3
Grease 1 big plate or thaal. Pour mixture and flatten on top. Sprinkle almonds. Cool and cut into squares or diamonds. This can stay and taste good for 5 to 6 days in fridge. Lasts longer in winters.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.



