Homemade Til Gur For Makar Sankranti

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 12

Delicious Homemade Til Gur For Makar Sankranti recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	250 g sesame seeds ( til )
	1 tablespoon ghee
	200 g jaggery

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

22g

Fat

Homemade Til Gur For Makar Sankranti is a traditional Indian snack that's eaten during the winter season. It's made with sesame seeds (til) and jaggery (gur), which is an unrefined sweetener made from sugarcane juice or date palm. This sweet treat is usually enjoyed during Makar Sankranti, which is a Hindu festival that celebrates the beginning of the harvest season. Til Gur is easy to make and can be stored for weeks, making it a convenient snack to have on hand during the winter months.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, toast the sesame seeds on medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently.
2.	Turn off the heat and let the sesame seeds cool down a little.
3.	Grind the toasted sesame seeds to a coarse powder in a food processor or blender.
4.	In another skillet, heat ghee on medium heat and add the grated jaggery.
5.	Stir continuously until the jaggery melts completely.
6.	Turn off the heat and add the powdered sesame seeds to the jaggery mixture.
7.	Mix everything well until the sesame seeds are evenly coated with jaggery syrup.
8.	Grease a plate or mold with ghee and transfer the til gur mixture into it.
9.	Press the mixture down using a spatula to make it even and smooth.
10.	Allow it to cool completely and then cut it into small squares or any desired shape.

PROS

Homemade Til Gur For Makar Sankranti is a delicious and healthy winter snack.

It’s high in calcium, iron, and protein, making it a nutritious treat.

It’s also a natural sweetener, so it’s a better alternative to processed sugar.

CONS

Til Gur is high in calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

It’s also sticky, so it can get stuck in your teeth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Til Gur is a natural sweetener that has several health benefits.
It’s rich in antioxidants that help to protect your cells from free-radical damage.
It’s also high in calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.
The sesame seeds used in this recipe are a good source of protein and iron, which are necessary for maintaining healthy blood and muscles in the body.