Kaju Katli
Kaju Katli, or "cashew fudge," is a popular Indian sweet made from ground cashew nuts, sugar, and ghee. It has a soft, chewy texture and a sweet, nutty flavor. Kaju Katli is often served at festivals and celebrations and is a favorite dessert among both children and adults.
Kaju Katli, or "cashew fudge," is a popular Indian sweet made from ground cashew nuts, sugar, and ghee. It has a soft, chewy texture and a sweet, nutty flavor. Kaju Katli is often served at festivals and celebrations and is a favorite dessert among both children and adults. The origins of Kaju Katli are unclear, but it is thought to have originated in the state of Gujarat in western India. The sweet is said to have been created by a confectioner named Shri Kundanlal Jagdishchandra Mehta in the early 1900s. Mehta was experimenting with different ways to make cashew sweets and eventually came up with the recipe for Kaju Katli. Kaju Katli quickly became popular in Gujarat and soon spread to other parts of India. Today, it is one of the most popular Indian sweets and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cashew nuts
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ghee
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
Instructions
  1. Grind the cashew nuts into a fine powder.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar syrup thickens slightly.
  4. Add the cashew nut powder, ghee, and cardamom powder to the sugar syrup and stir until well combined.
  5. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes thick and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  6. Pour the mixture onto a greased tray and spread it evenly.
  7. Allow the mixture to cool and set for several hours or overnight.
  8. Cut the mixture into diamond-shaped pieces and serve.
Why It Works
  • Grinding the cashew nuts into a fine powder helps to create a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Using a combination of sugar and water helps to create a syrup that is thick and flavorful.
  • Adding ghee to the mixture helps to give it a rich and nutty flavor.
  • Cardamom powder adds a subtle spice to the sweet.