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See how the sesame seeds are roasted until they pop, mixed into melted jaggery, spread on a greased plate and cut.
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Gud til chikki is a special recipe generally prepared for Makar Sankranti. These sesame crackers are one of the easiest you could ever make, a perfect Indian brittle served as a dessert.
Sesame seeds are roasted until they start to pop, then mixed into jaggery melted in ghee, spread on a greased plate, cut into shape and left to set.
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Why you will love this til chikki
- Makar Sankranti: a special recipe for the festival.
- Three ingredients: sesame seeds, jaggery and ghee.
- Easy: one of the easiest crackers to make.
- Quick: ready in about 15 minutes.
Ingredient notes
- Sesame seeds: 1 cup, roasted on a medium flame until they pop.
- Jaggery: 3/4 cup, grated.
- Ghee: 1 tbsp, to melt the jaggery.
- Plate: greased, to spread the mixture on.
Til Chikki Recipe
Gud til chikki for Makar Sankranti: roasted sesame seeds mixed into jaggery melted in ghee, spread on a greased plate, cut and set.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 3/4 cup jaggery, grated
- 1 tbsp ghee
Instructions
- Roast the sesame. Heat a pan and add the sesame seeds. Roast them on a medium flame until you hear them pop.
- Take them out. Once they begin to pop, switch off the flame and take them out into a bowl or plate.
- Melt the jaggery. Reheat the pan and add the ghee. Once it melts, add the grated jaggery and mix well. Let the jaggery melt, and do not overcook it.
- Add the sesame. Once the jaggery has melted completely and has a good consistency, immediately add the roasted sesame seeds. Mix well, stirring continuously so they come together.
- Spread. Turn off the flame and transfer the mixture to a greased plate. Spread it evenly, smooth the surface with a spatula and cut it into the shape you like.
- Set. Let it set for a few minutes, then serve.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings per recipe
Serving size1 serving (1/4 recipe)
| Nutrient | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Total Fat 22 g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 5 g | 25% |
| Cholesterol 10 mg | 3% |
| Sodium 4 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47 g | 17% |
| Dietary Fibre 4 g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 38 g | |
| Protein 7 g | |
| Calcium 378 mg | 29% |
| Iron 6 mg | 33% |
| Potassium 176 mg | 4% |
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Values are approximate and calculated from the ingredients listed. The actual amounts depend on the brands you use.
Recipe by Siddhi Panchal.
Tips for til chikki
- Roast the sesame seeds on a medium flame until they pop.
- Do not overcook the jaggery.
- Add the sesame seeds as soon as the jaggery has melted completely.
- Cut the chikki while it is spread on the plate, then let it set.
What to serve with Til Chikki
Serve the til chikki for Makar Sankranti or as a dessert. For more sweets made with jaggery, try my Sukhdi and Peanut Ladoo.
Til Chikki FAQs
When is til chikki made?
It is a special recipe generally prepared for Makar Sankranti.
What do I need for til chikki?
Just 3 ingredients: 1 cup sesame seeds, 3/4 cup grated jaggery and 1 tbsp ghee.
How long should I roast the sesame seeds?
On a medium flame until you hear them pop. Then switch off the flame.
When do the sesame seeds go into the jaggery?
As soon as the jaggery has melted completely and has a good consistency.
How long does it take?
About 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, so 15 minutes in total.
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