Besan katra Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Besan katra is a popular Indian sweet made from gram flour (besan), ghee, and sugar. It has a rich and melt-in-your-mouth texture with a sweet and nutty flavor. This traditional dessert is often served during festivals and special occasions.

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Ingredients for Besan katra Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Besan
  • 1/4 cup Ghee
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • as required Optional: Cardamom Powder Or Chopped Nuts For Garnish

Directions: Besan Katra Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a pan, roast besan (gram flour) on low heat until it turns golden brown and aromatic.
  • STEP 2.Add ghee and continue to roast for a few more minutes until the mixture starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  • STEP 3.Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Then, add powdered sugar and mix well.
  • STEP 4.Transfer the mixture to a greased tray and spread it evenly. Allow it to cool completely and set.
  • STEP 5.Once set, cut the besan katra into desired shapes and serve.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to roast the besan on low heat to prevent it from burning.
  • You can add cardamom powder or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
  • Grease the tray with ghee to prevent the besan katra from sticking.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the besan katra in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Serve the besan katra as a sweet treat during festivals or as a dessert after meals.
Nutrition
value
399
calories per serving
11 g Fat19 g Protein55 g Carbs8 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    11g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Carbs
    55g
  • Fiber
    8g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    55g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Fiber
    8g

Fats

  • Fat
    11g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    122mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    3mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    332mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    2mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    155mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    267mg
  • Selenium
    16mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp