Gaya Tilkut Bonanza
Gaya Tilkut Bonanza is a traditional Indian sweet made with jaggery, sesame seeds, peanuts, and spices. It's a popular treat during festivals and is known for its rich, nutty flavor and chewy texture. To make Gaya Tilkut Bonanza, jaggery and water are simmered until the mixture reaches a thick, syrupy consistency. Then, sesame seeds, peanuts, ghee, cardamom powder, poppy seeds, and nutmeg are added and cooked until the mixture thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pot. The mixture is then poured onto a greased plate or parchment paper and allowed to cool before being cut into diamond-shaped pieces. Gaya Tilkut Bonanza is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Gaya Tilkut Bonanza has a long and storied history dating back to the ancient city of Gaya in India. It is said that the sweet was first created by a group of wandering sadhus, or holy men, who were searching for a way to sustain themselves on their travels. The sadhus experimented with different combinations of ingredients and spices, and eventually came up with the recipe for Gaya Tilkut Bonanza. The sweet quickly became popular among the sadhus and other travelers, and eventually spread to the rest of India. Today, Gaya Tilkut Bonanza is a popular treat during festivals and is enjoyed by people of all ages. There are many different stories about the origin of Gaya Tilkut Bonanza, but one of the most popular is that it was created by a group of sadhus who were on a pilgrimage to the holy city of Gaya. The sadhus were traveling through a forest when they came across a group of villagers who were suffering from a famine. The sadhus decided to help the villagers by making them a nutritious and filling meal. The sadhus gathered together some jaggery, sesame seeds, peanuts, and spices, and cooked them over a fire. The villagers were so grateful for the food that they gave the sadhus a blessing. The sadhus continued on their pilgrimage, and the recipe for Gaya Tilkut Bonanza was passed down from generation to generation.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup jaggery
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Instructions
  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine jaggery and water. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture reaches the consistency of thick syrup.
  3. Add sesame seeds, peanuts, ghee, cardamom powder, poppy seeds, and nutmeg.
  4. Stir well to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pot.
  5. Pour the mixture onto a greased plate or parchment paper.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, then cut into diamond-shaped pieces.
  7. Serve and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of jaggery, sesame seeds, and peanuts creates a rich, nutty flavor.
  • The ghee adds a touch of richness and helps to keep the sweet moist.
  • The cardamom powder and nutmeg add a warm and aromatic spice.
  • The poppy seeds add a bit of texture and crunch.
  • The diamond-shaped pieces make it easy to eat.