Thursday, 29 August 2024

Janmasthami Special Mohan Bhog.

 "Mohan Bhog" মোহন ভোগ is a traditional Bengali sweet dish, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. Here's a basic recipe for making Mohan Bhog:


### Ingredients:


- **Semolina (Sooji)**: 1 cup

- **Milk**: 2 cups

- **Sugar**: 1 cup

- **Ghee (Clarified Butter)**: 2 tbsp

- **Coconut (Grated)**: 1/2 cup

- **Cashews**: 10-12

- **Raisins**: 10-12

- **Cardamom Powder**: 1/2 tsp

- **Saffron (optional)**: A few strands

- **Water**: 1 cup (for soaking saffron if used)


### Instructions:


1. **Preparation**:

   - Soak saffron in warm water if you're using it.


2. **Roasting Semolina**:

   - Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan.

   - Add semolina and roast it on low heat until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Stir continuously to prevent burning.


3. **Preparing the Mixture**:

   - In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of ghee.

   - Add cashews and raisins, and sauté until golden.

   - Add grated coconut and sauté for a minute.

   - Pour in milk and bring it to a boil.

   - Add sugar and cardamom powder to the boiling milk.


4. **Combining Ingredients**:

   - Slowly add the roasted semolina to the boiling milk mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

   - Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring regularly, until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.


5. **Final Touches**:

   - If using saffron, add it now and mix well.

   - Cook for a few more minutes until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency.


6. **Serving**:

   - Transfer the Mohan Bhog to a serving dish and let it cool slightly before serving.

   - Garnish with additional nuts and coconut if desired.


Enjoy your homemade Mohan Bhog!

No comments:

Post a Comment