Jharkhand Mahua Flower Sacred Forest Jaggery Ladoo Sweet

Method

1. 1

   If dried mahua flowers are very dry, briefly dry-roast in a pan on low heat for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant. Cool.

2. 2

   Grind the roasted mahua flowers to a coarse powder — some visible flower texture is good, do not powder completely fine.

3. 3

   Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pan. Add mahua powder.

4. 4

   Roast on low stirring continuously for 5 minutes until deeply fragrant.

5. 5

   Remove from heat. Add grated jaggery, cardamom, desiccated coconut and a pinch of salt. Mix well while still warm.

6. 6

   Shape into balls using 1.5 heaped tbsp per ball. Press firmly. Cool completely.

7. 7

   Store in an airtight container.