### Ingredients:
– 1 cup besan (gram flour)
– 1 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter), melted
– 1/4 cup water
– 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
– 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
– Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)
### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Sugar Syrup:**
– In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely and the syrup reaches a one-string consistency. To check if the syrup is ready, take a small amount of syrup between your thumb and index finger; it should form a single thread when pulled apart.
2. **Prepare the Besan Mixture:**
– In a separate pan, heat ghee over low-medium heat. Add besan and roast it on low heat, stirring continuously, until it turns golden brown and aromatic. This will take about 10-12 minutes.
3. **Combine Ingredients:**
– Once the besan is roasted, add the baking soda and mix well. Be careful as it will bubble up.
– Gradually pour the hot sugar syrup into the roasted besan mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4. **Mix Thoroughly:**
– Keep stirring the mixture over low heat until it starts to leave the sides of the pan and forms a thick, semi-solid mass. This may take around 5-7 minutes.
5. **Add Flavoring:**
– Add cardamom powder and mix well. Optionally, you can also add chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios at this stage for added texture and flavor.
6. **Shape the Barfi:**
– Grease a plate or tray with a little ghee. Transfer the mixture onto the greased plate and spread it evenly using a greased spatula or the back of a spoon. You can also use a rolling pin to flatten it evenly.
7. **Garnish:**
– While the mixture is still warm, sprinkle chopped nuts on top and gently press them down with the back of a spoon.
8. **Let it Cool:**
– Allow the Patisa Barfi to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, cut it into square or diamond shapes using a sharp knife.
9. **Serve:**
– Serve the Patisa Barfi as a delightful sweet treat or store in an airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for several days.
Enjoy the homemade Patisa Barfi with its signature flaky texture and rich flavor of ghee and cardamom!
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