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Mohanthal ( Gujarati Recipe)

 

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Mohanthaal is another famous sweet from the gujarati repertoire. This sweet needs to be prepared with tact, as the one-thread sugar syrup is the foundation stone for the success of this recipe. If overdone, the dish loses its colour and taste. Also, the mava that imparts the softness to this sweet should be added after the besan is adequately browned.

Mohanthal ( Gujarati Recipe) recipe - How to make Mohanthal ( Gujarati Recipe)

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Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 25 pieces

Ingredients

3 cups besan (bengal gram flour)
1 1/4 cups ghee
1/4 cup mawa (khoya)
2 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
a pinch of nutmeg (jaiphal) powder
10 to 12 almonds (badam) , slivered
10 to 12 pistachios , slivered

Method
    Method
  1. Combine the besan and ¼ cup of ghee in a bowl and mix well with your finger tips till the mixture is crumbly. Keep aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the remaining 1 cup of ghee in a kadhai, add the besan mixture and cook on a slow flame for 30 minutes or till the besan turns dark brown in colour. Keep stirring continuously and scraping the sides of the kadhai.
  3. Add the mava, mix well and cook on a slow flame for another 7 to 8 minutes, while stirring continuously. Remove from the flame and keep aside.
  4. In another non-stick pan, combine the sugar with just enough water (approx 1 cup) to immerse the sugar. Cook on a slow flame for approx 15 to 20 minutes to form a one-string consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from the flame, add this sugar syrup to the besan mixture and keep stirring continuously till the mixture thickens to a dropping consistency (approx 10 to 15 minutes).
  6. Add the cardamom powder, nutmeg powder and half the almond and pistachio slivers and mix well.
  7. Pour into a 200 mm. (8") diameter thali with 25 mm. (1”) height and spread the mixture evenly with a spatula.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining almond and pistachio slivers and keep aside for 10 to 15 minutes.
  9. Make square or diamond shape cut marks and keep aside till it cools completely.
  10. Cut into pieces and store in an air-tight container.

Handy tip:
    Handy tip:
  1. You can start making the sugar syrup immediately after the besan has been cooked for 10 to 15 minutes.

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what is mohanthal made of?
  1. See the below image of list of ingredients for making mohanthal recipe.

how to make the besan mixture
  1. In big thali, add 2 cups of besan (bengal gram flour). 
  2. Add 3 tbsp melted ghee.
  3. Add 3 tbsp milk.
  4. Mix well with your fingertips till the mixture is crumbly.
  5. Sieve the besan mixture.
  6. Break the lumps lightly with your fingertips. Keep aside.
  7. Heat the remaining 1 cup of ghee in a kadhai. The aroma of ghee adds a delightful fragrance to the Mohanthal, making it even more enticing.
  8. Add the besan mixture and cook on a slow flame for 30 minutes or till the besan turns dark brown in colour. Besan, when roasted, adds a unique texture to the Mohanthal. It helps create a grainy, crumbly texture that is characteristic of this sweet.
  9. Keep stirring continuously and scraping the sides of the kadhai.
  10. Add ½ cup crumbled mava. Mawa adds a rich, creamy texture to the mohanthal, making it melt-in-your-mouth.
  11. Mix well.
  12. Add ¼ cup milk. 
  13. Mix well and cook on a slow flame for another 7 to 8 minutes until the mixture thickens, while stirring continuously.
  14. Remove from the flame and keep aside.

how to make the sugar syrup
  1. In another non-stick pan, add 2 cups of sugar. Sugar helps to set the texture of the Mohanthal. As the mixture cools, the sugar crystallizes, giving it a firm and slightly grainy texture. The amount of sugar can be adjusted to achieve the desired level of sweetness.
  2. Add 1 cup water to immerse the sugar.
  3. Add a few saffron strands.
  4. Cook on a medium flame for approx. 15 to 20 minutes to form a one-string consistency, stirring occasionally.

how to proceed
  1. Remove from the flame, add this sugar syrup to the besan mixture.
  2. Add ½ tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder. Cardamom powder is a key ingredient in khoya mohanthal, adding a unique flavor and aroma that elevates the dessert.
  3. Add a pinch of nutmeg (jaiphal) powder. Nutmeg powder adds a warm, slightly sweet, and slightly spicy flavor to khoya mohanthal.
  4. Add half the almond and pistachio slivers. The crunch of the nuts adds a delightful textural contrast to the soft and smooth khoya.
  5. Mix well and keep stirring continuously till the mixture thickens to a dropping consistency.
  6. Line the rectangle aluminium tin with parchment paper. 
  7. Pour the mixture into a lined and greased aluminium tin with 50 mm. (2 inch) height and spread the mixture evenly with a spatula.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tbsp almonds (badam). 
  9. Sprinkle 1 tbsp pistachios slivers.
  10. Keep aside to set for 3 to 4 hours.
  11. Cut the mohanthal into equal sized pieces.
  12. Serve mohanthal recipe | halwai style mohanthal mithai | khoya mohanthal | or store in an air-tight container and use as required.
  13. Mawa Mohanthal is a rich and delicious Indian sweet made with gram flour, ghee, sugar, and khoya (milk solids). It's a melt-in-your-mouth delight, perfect for festivals and special occasions.

pro tips to make mohanthal recipe
  1. Infusing the sugar syrup with saffron strands adds a beautiful color and a delicate aroma to the Mohanthal.
  2. Line the aluminium tin with parchment paper to prevent the Mohanthal from sticking and makes it easier to cut.
  3. Store the Mohanthal in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days.
Nutrient values per piece
Energy233 cal
Protein4.5 g
Carbohydrates28.8 g
Fiber3 g
Fat11.1 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Vitamin A111.3 mcg
Vitamin B10.1 mg
Vitamin B20 mg
Vitamin B30.5 mg
Vitamin C0.3 mg
Folic Acid29.3 mcg
Calcium26 mg
Iron1.1 mg
Magnesium27.3 mg
Phosphorus74 mg
Sodium14.4 mg
Potassium147.2 mg
Zinc0.4 mg
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