Chik Halwa

Ingredients

• •1 cup whole wheat berries, soaked overnight
• •1 1/2 cups jaggery, grated
• •1 cup coconut milk
• •1/2 tsp ground cardamom
• •1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• •2 tbsp ghee substitute or neutral oil
• •2 tbsp chopped nuts for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain the soaked wheat and grind it with enough water to form a slurry, then strain to extract the milky wheat liquid.

2. 2

   Let the liquid settle briefly and discard any excess clear water from the top if needed.

3. 3

   Pour the wheat extract into a saucepan with the jaggery and coconut milk.

4. 4

   Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thick, glossy, and pulling away from the sides of the pan.

5. 5

   Stir in the cardamom, nutmeg, and oil near the end of cooking.

6. 6

   Spread into a greased dish or spoon into bowls, garnish with nuts, and cool slightly before serving.