Lauki Ke Laddoo
Lauki Ke Laddoo is a luscious and nutrient-rich dessert that combines the natural goodness of bottle gourd (lauki) with the indulgence of mawa, nuts, and fragrant spices. This traditional Indian sweet is a delightful treat often prepared during festivals and special occasions. By replacing regular sugar with Sugar Free Green Powder, this recipe offers a healthier option without compromising on sweetness, making it perfect for those seeking a low-calorie indulgence.
- Serves : 4
- Cook time : 15 - 30 mins
- Preparation : 30 - 60 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine : Indian
Ingredients
- 2 cups coarsely grated bottle gourd (lauki)
- 5 tbsps ghee + for greasing
- 2 tbsps edible gum resin (gond)
- ¼ cup grated mawa
- 4 tbsps Sugar Free Green Powder
- ¼ cup coarsely crushed mixed nuts (almonds, cashew nuts and pistachios)
- 3 tbsps melon seeds (magaz)
- ¼ cup desiccated coconut
- ¾ tsp green cardamom powder
- ¼ tsp nutmeg powder
- Gold varq for garnish
- Pistachios powder for garnish
Cooking tips
- Make sure the heat is medium while cooking gum resin. Otherwise it will remain chewy from inside.
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions to make Lauki Ke Laddoo
- 1. Heat 2 tbsps ghee in a nonstick pan, add edible gum resin and sauté till they puff up. Transfer on a plate.
- 2. Heat the remaining ghee in the same pan, add bottle gourd and sauté for 6-8 minutes or till the mixture become dry.
- 3. Add mawa, continuously mix and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add Sugar Free Green Powder and continue to cook till it melts completely and mixture thickens. Take the pan off the heat and allow to cool slightly.
- 4. Coarsely crush the puffed edible gum resin, add the bottle gourd mixture, mixed nuts, melon seeds, desiccated coconut, green cardamom powder, and nutmeg powder and mix till well combined.
- 5. Grease your palm with ghee, take small portions of the mixture and shape each portion into a ball.
- 6. Arrange on a serving plate, garnish with gold varq and pistachios powder. Serve.
About Lauki Ke Laddoo
- Lauki Ke Laddoo is a traditional Indian dessert that highlights the versatility of bottle gourd, transforming this humble vegetable into a sweet, nutty delicacy. Known for its light and refreshing flavor, lauki absorbs the rich taste of ghee, mawa, and spices during the cooking process, resulting in a melt-in-the-mouth delight.
- What sets this recipe apart is its use of Sugar Free Green Powder, making it a guilt-free indulgence for health-conscious dessert lovers. The combination of crushed nuts, puffed edible gum resin, and desiccated coconut adds a delightful crunch, while cardamom and nutmeg infuse a warm, aromatic essence.
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