Besan Burfi

1 c Besan

1 c Shortening

1 c Sugar

4 Seeds Cardamom

Nuts (optional) 1. melt shortening in a pan.

2. Turn down heat and add cardamom and Besan.

3. Fry, stirring constantly to prevent burning till it has changed color to

brown and smells done. (Test: a few drops of water sprinkled on it splutters instantly). 4. Turn off heat and stir in sugar.

5. Spread on a platter 1/2" thick.

6. Cut into diamond shapes after it has cooled down.

Recipe By : Somesh Rao