Mysore pak

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 Course: Dessert 

 Cuisine: South Indian/ Karnataka 

Author: Nivetha Jagadeesh 

Introduction:

Mysore Pak is a famous traditional Indian sweet that originated in Mysore, Karnataka. It is made using gram flour (besan), ghee, and sugar. It has a rich, buttery taste and a soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Mysore Pak is commonly prepared during festivals, weddings, and special occasions. Sugar and ghee provide quick energy to the body.Ghee contains healthy fats that help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.Gram flour provides some plant-based protein.

Mysore pak 


Ingredients:

  • Gram flour (Besan) – 1 cup
  • Sugar – 2 cups
  • Ghee – 1 cup
  • Water – ½ cup
Steps:
  
  • Sieve the gram flour to remove lumps and keep it aside.
  • Heat the ghee until it becomes warm.
  • In a pan, add sugar and water. Heat until the sugar syrup reaches a one-string consistency.
  • Add the gram flour slowly while stirring continuously.
  • Gradually pour in the warm ghee and keep stirring.
  • Cook until the mixture becomes thick and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased tray.
  • Allow it to cool slightly and cut into square pieces.
  • Let it cool completely before serving.
Notes:

  •  Instead of ghee add coconut oil.
  •  Instead of sugar add jaggery powder.
  •  Instead of water add milk.
  •  Ghee gives the traditional rich flavour and melt in the mouth.

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