Kaju Katli or kaju barfi is easy to make and better than the adulterated market versions. Here is how to make this yummy traditional Indian sweet:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cashewnuts (kajus)
- 1 cup chasni (recipe below)
- 1/4 tsp. elaichi powder
- Some strands of saffron
Method
For chasni:
Bring to boil ¼ th cup water and add 2 cups of sugar while boiling and stirring continuously.
Add some drops of kewra essence (2-3 should suffice) and keep this mixture hot. (Do not cool)
For Kaju Katli:
- Grind kaju to make a fine powder.
- Place a large bowl on medium heat and add the kaju powder, elaichi powder and the hot chasni, mix thoroughly.
- Ensure the chasni you use is hot.
- Close the gas and keep mixing till kaju absorbs all the syrup.
- Roll the kaju chasni mixture on a butter or parchment paper and make a ¼ inch thick layer.
- Cut into diagonal or square shape.
Decorate with a stand of saffron or chandi virk.
PS: Be very careful as hot chasni can lead to serious burns.
