- 500 gms khoya
- 300 gms. powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. cardamom powder
- 2 sheets silver foil (edible)
Method:
- Mash khoya . Mix in tne sugar. Put into a heavy saucepan.
- Cook on slow flame, stirring continuously.
- Cook till the mixture is a very soft lump.*
- Place on a working board and roll with a rolling pin to 1/2 inch thickness.
- Cool a little. Spread on the working board silver foil carefully and evenly.
- Make incisions with knife to cut in the desired size and shape.
- Note: Burfi is usually cut into 1 1/2 inch squares.
Variation:
To make chocolate mava burfi: Follow till * as above.
Divide the mixture in two parts 1/3 and 2/3
In the smaller part mix 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and 1/2 tsp. chocolate colour.
Roll both parts separately.
Place the chocolate on the mava layer. Roll lightly.
Continue as for mavaburfee.
Serves: 25 helpings
Time required:1/2 hr.
Shelf life: 10 days