Lights, love, and laughter! It's that wonderful time of year again, Diwali, the famous Indian festival that holds cultural and religious significance in our lives. A celebration when kitchens are filled with the delightful aroma of homemade Indian Diwali sweets and homes are decked out with shimmering diyas. Sweets is an essential part of Diwali celebrations that enhances all festive dishes and represents the purity of light. Every Indian has a special place in their hearts and homes for ghee, whether it is in the flickering diyas or the richness of their favourite sweets.
And when it comes to choosing the best ghee for your Diwali sweets, Umanac has you covered with its organic ghee variations, including Organic Cow Ghee, A2 Kankrej Ghee, A2 Bilona Ghee, and A2 Desi Gir Cow Ghee. These organic, grass-fed ghee options are all pure, rich in flavour, and offer an unparalleled essence to your culinary delights.
This Diwali, let's make five simple yet incredibly tasty desserts with the best organic cow ghee in India. Ready to amaze your guests? So let's get started!
Why do sweets hold an important place in Diwali?
During Diwali, ghee sweets are especially significant because they represent happiness, wealth, and the sweetness of life. Sweets are traditionally shared with family, friends, and neighbours to celebrate harmony and unity, and they are offered to deities in order to request favours. Sweets are an integral part of giving and receiving during Diwali, a festival of love and thanks. These treats contribute significantly to the joyous atmosphere of the celebration since the preparation and sharing of them creates a sense of community and disperses positive thinking.
Mouth-watering Besan Ladoo: Desi Ghee Besan ladoos are a Diwali classic in every home, famed for their melt-in-your-mouth texture and scrumptious aroma. Using Umanac's A2 Desi Gir Cow Ghee not only improves the flavour of your ladoos but also ensures that they are wholesome and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups besan (gram flour)
- 1 cup A2 Desi Gir Cow Ghee
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Over low heat, roast the besan in Organic Cow Ghee until it turns golden brown and has a pungent smell.
- Once cooled, mix the powdered sugar and cardamom powder.
- Shape the mixture into round ladoos and top with chopped nuts.
Tempting Kaju Katli: Kaju Katli is an attractive and popular delicacy that is always a hit during Diwali. To get the right consistency, use the correct ghee, such as A2 Bilona Desi Ghee, to make the smoothest, softest Kaju Katli.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cashews
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp Umanac A2 Bilona Ghee
Instructions
- Blend the cashews to a fine powder.
- Put the cashew powder into a syrup made of heated sugar and water.
- Stir the mixture over low heat until thickened.
- For added smoothness, mix in some A2 Bilona Ghee.
- Roll out the dough, cut it into diamond shapes, and your Kaju Katli is complete!
Traditional Mysore Pak: Ghee Mysore Pak is famed for its buttery flavour and crumbly texture. The flavour of pure ghee gives this traditional South Indian dessert its distinctive flavour, and A2 Kankrej Ghee's high nutrient content and creamy texture make it optimal for this recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup Umanac A2 Kankrej Ghee
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
- Grind the besan in pure organic ghee till it becomes fragrant.
- Heat sugar and water to make sugar syrup.
- Slowly add the roasted besan to the syrup while stirring continually.
- Pour the mixture into a greased tray and allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Heavenly Gajar ka Halwa: Made with fresh carrots, milk, sugar, and the richness of ghee, this traditional Indian dish is superb for illuminating your festive table. Whether you're organising a lavish feast or simply looking for a way to sweeten your Diwali celebrations, this simple yet delicious recipe will have everyone clamouring for seconds!
Ingredients:
- 1 kg fresh carrots (grated)
- 1 litre full-fat milk
- 1/2 cup Umanac Ghee (use either Desi Gir, Bilona, or Kankrej for added richness)
- 1 cup sugar (adjust according to taste)
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 2 tbsp chopped almonds and cashews (optional for garnish)
- 2 tbsp raisins
- Saffron strands (optional)
Instructions:
- To get the finest flavour, peel and grate fresh carrots (ideally red winter carrots).
- Put the grated carrots and full-fat milk in a large, heavy-bottomed pan.
- Turn the heat down to medium after bringing it to a boil.
- Allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the carrots become mushy and the milk decreases. This should take thirty to forty minutes to complete.
- Add sugar and mix well. Continue cooking until the sugar dissolves and the halwa thickens.
- Sprinkle cardamom powder for a warm, fragrant touch.
- Serve warm, topped with more almonds or saffron threads.
Instant Ghee Peda: Ghee peda is the perfect dish to serve when you're pressed for time but still want to make something classic and delicious! These sweet, creamy treats are enhanced with a taste of authenticity and enticing richness by the use of A2 Bilona Ghee.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup milk powder
- 1/4 cup Umanac A2 Bilona Ghee
- Cardamom powder and pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Add milk powder and condensed milk to a pan with heated Umanac A2 Bilona Ghee.
- Stir continuously until the mixture becomes thick.
- Mix in the cardamom powder and let aside to chill.
- Shape into little pedas and garnish with pistachios.
Conclusion
Ghee has always represented purity, prosperity, and optimism throughout Diwali. As ghee signifies the triumph of light over darkness when lit in diyas, it also adds warmth, richness, and flavour to every bite of our desserts. As Diwali celebrations are full of pure love and joy, so too is Umanac's line of Ghees, which are made with the utmost care and purity.
This Diwali, let Umanac Ghee give your seasonal delicacies an extra sparkle as you light up your home with shimmering diyas. Happy Diwali, and may yours be filled with goodness and sweetness!
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