Dussehra and Diwali Delights: Gluten-Free Rajgira Burfi Shards

Rajgira (Amaranth) is considered a sacred grain in Hindu culture and is often used in festive recipes during Dussehra and Diwali.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Dussehra and Diwali Delights: Gluten-Free Rajgira Burfi Shards

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Indian Cuisine Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Amaranth Flour
• 1 cup Jaggery
• ¹⁄₄ cup Water
• 3 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
• 2 tablespoon Almonds
• 2 tablespoon Pistachios
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cardamom Powder

Instructions

1. Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add amaranth flour and roast it for 4-5 minutes until it turns golden brown.
3. In a separate saucepan, combine jaggery and water. Heat the mixture until the jaggery melts and forms a syrup.
4. Pour the jaggery syrup into the roasted flour and mix well.
5. Add cardamom powder, almonds, and pistachios. Mix until well combined.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased plate and spread it evenly.
7. Allow it to cool for 30 minutes, then cut it into shards.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 16g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.