Coconut Barfi (Nariyal ki Barfi)

Ingredients

• 400 gram Khoya (Mava) (fresh, crumbled or grated)
• 400 gram Granulated Sugar (fine granulated)
• 1.33 cup Water (room temperature)
• 300 gram Desiccated Coconut (unsweetened, dry)
• 0.25 cup Desi Ghee (pure, melted)
• 1 tsp Cardamom Powder (ground green cardamom)
• 0.5 tsp Food Coloring (green or yellow) (optional for color)
• 20 gram Almonds (sliced) (lightly toasted, for garnish)
• 20 gram Pistachios (slivered) (lightly toasted, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare Khoya

   Crumble or grate the 400 g of khoya into small pieces so it mixes easily later.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Sugar Syrup

   In the deep pan, combine 1 ⅓ cup water and 400 g sugar. Heat on high, stirring until sugar dissolves, then cook until the mixture reaches one‑thread consistency (about 5 minutes).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: high

3. Add Khoya

   Reduce flame to low and add the grated khoya. Stir continuously for 5‑7 minutes until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: low

4. Incorporate Coconut and Ghee

   Add 300 g desiccated coconut and ¼ cup melted ghee. Stir for 2 minutes until fully combined and the mixture becomes glossy.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low

5. Flavor and Color

   Stir in 1 tsp cardamom powder and optional food coloring (green or yellow). Mix evenly.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: low

6. Grease the Tray

   Grease an 8×8‑inch tray or mold with a thin layer of ghee (or line with parchment paper).

   Time: PT1M

7. Pour and Smooth

   Transfer the hot mixture into the greased tray. Use a spatula or rolling pin to smooth the surface to an even thickness.

   Time: PT2M

8. Set the Barfi

   Allow the barfi to cool at room temperature for 1‑2 hours until firm. Do not refrigerate; room temperature yields the best texture.

   Time: PT0M

9. Cut and Garnish

   Once set, cut into squares or diamonds with a sharp knife. Press toasted almond slices and pistachio slivers onto the surface as garnish.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

7 g

Fiber

1 g