राजस्थानी बेसन की चक्की (Traditional Besan ki Chakki)

A classic Rajasthani sweet made from coarse gram flour (besan), ghee, sugar syrup, and flavored with cardamom and nutmeg. This festive mithai is prepared especially for Diwali, with a soft yet slightly grainy texture, garnished with nuts and coconut.

IntermediateRajasthani/IndianServes 12

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Source Video
49m
Prep
36m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 35m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$15.60
Per serving:$1.30

Critical Success Points

  • Properly roasting the besan and muthiyas for flavor and texture.
  • Crushing muthiyas to the right grainy consistency.
  • Getting the sugar syrup to one-string consistency.
  • Mixing syrup and besan quickly before it sets.
  • Setting the mixture evenly before it cools.

Safety Warnings

  • Sugar syrup gets extremely hot; avoid touching with bare hands.
  • Use caution when frying/roasting in hot ghee.
  • Keep children away from the stove during syrup and frying steps.