37. Mava Burfi

37. Mava Burfi
Ingredients:
500 gms khoya
300 gms. powdered sugar
1 tsp. cardamom powder
2 sheets silver foil (edible)
Method:
Mash khoya . Mix in tne sugar. Put into a heavy saucepan.
Cook on slow flame, stirring continuously.
Cook till the mixture is a very soft lump.*
Place on a working board and roll with a rolling pin to 1/2 inch thickness.
Cool a little. Spread on the working board silver foil carefully and evenly.
Make incisions with knife to cut in the desired size and shape.
Note: Burfi is usually cut into 1 1/2 inch squares.
Variation:
To make chocolate mava burfi: Follow till * as above. Divide the mixture in two parts 1/3 and 2/3
In the smaller part mix 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and 1/2 tsp. chocolate colour.
Roll both parts separately. Place the chocolate on the mava layer. Roll lightly.
Continue as for mavaburfee.
Serves: 25 helpings
Time required:1/2 hr.
Shelf life: 10 days