Besan Burfi

Quantity and Ingredient

• 1 c Besan
• 1 c Shortening
• 1 c Sugar
• 4 seeds Cardamom
• Nuts (optional)

Method

1. Melt shortening in a pan.
2. Turn down heat and add cardamom and Besan.
3. Fry, stirring constantly to prevent burning until it has changed to a brown color and smells done. (Test: a few drops of water sprinkled on it sputters instantly).
4. Turn off the heat and stir in the sugar.
5. Spread 1/2" thick onto a platter.
6. Cut into diamond shapes after it has cooled down.