Chickpeas Ladoo (Besan ke Ladoo)
Chickpeas Ladoo, commonly known as Besan ke Ladoo, is a popular, gluten-free Indian subcontinent sweet made by roasting chickpea flour (besan) in ghee (clarified butter) until golden and aromatic, then combining it with sugar and spices. It is a quintessential festival treat, often prepared during Diwali or special occasions.
< 30min
Easy
Ingredients
For how many people?
4 ladoo per person
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Directions
In a pan, fry the cashews until golden brown.
Remove the cashews and set them aside.
Roughly crush them into small pieces.
Grate the jaggery if it is not already powdered.
In another pan, toast the chickpea flour (or besan) over low heat for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir constantly.
Switch off the flame.
While the mixture is still warm, take a handful, squeeze it firmly and shape it into a ladoo.
Store the ladoos in an airtight, dry container.
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