Gond Laddu
The laddus are rich, aromatic, and packed with nutrients, making them an excellent choice for a nutritious snack or a festive treat.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Makes approximately 15-20 laddus
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Gond (edible gum)
- 1 cup A2 Cow Ghee
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour (Atta)
- 1 cup Chopped Nuts (such as almonds, cashews, and walnuts)
- 1/2 cup Chopped Dry Fruits (such as raisins and dates)
- 1 cup Jaggery (grated or powdered)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (optional, for added crunch)
Directions:
- Heat a pan on medium heat and dry roast the gond until it puffs up and turns golden brown. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same pan, add 1 cup of A2 cow ghee. Once melted, add the whole wheat flour. Roast the flour on low to medium heat, stirring continuously, until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma (about 10-12 minutes).
- Add the chopped nuts, dry fruits, and sesame seeds to the roasted flour. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Crush the roasted gond into a coarse powder and add it to the pan. Mix thoroughly. Add the grated jaggery and cook on low heat, stirring constantly until the jaggery melts and blends into the mixture (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add cardamom powder and nutmeg powder. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. When it is cool enough to handle but still warm, grease your hands with a little ghee and shape the mixture into small, round laddus.
- Allow the laddus to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Sugars: 9 g
