INGREDIENTS
- 500 gms. khoya (mawa)
- 300 gms. sugar
- 3 drops colour as required
- 8 to 10 pistas sliced
- 1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
- cookie mould
- METHOD Grate khoya . Powder sugar . Mix together in a skillet . Heat on low flame , stiring continously . Cook till mixture thickens . It should form a very soft lump . Cool for 10 minutes . Add cardamom powder & colour . Mix well . Take a small fistful of mixture . Form a ball . Press into the cookie mould . Turn out carefully . Press 2-3 slices of pista on the centre Repeat for remaining mixture . Note on khoya . Khoya is available in most Indian sweetmeat stores anywhere. Making at home consumes time but isn't that difficult. Boil milk on high flame in a large heavy saucepan till water evaporates , leaving a soft lump. Stir frequently while cooking. OR Substitute with 1 tin (400 gms.) condensed milk and 1 cup milk. Lessen sugar by 1/2. Boil till a soft lump is formed. Stir continuously while cooking..
