Ruda Khan, is the artist behind My Gourmet Story, a Chicago based, Digital content creator, food photographer and a recipe developer. She usually creates fusion Indian recipes, desserts and simple meals and is on a mission to celebrate global flavors. Ruda encourages people to try new cuisines with a fusion twist that could suit different taste palettes. She believes in the power of developing relationships with communities that share her dedication for food. She shares with SEEMA her favorite dessert recipe.
Apple Pistachio Barfi
Ingredients:
2 Honey crisp apples, shredded
1 cup date sugar
2 cardamom pods
1 cup desiccated coconut
1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter)
1/2 cup milk
6-7 saffron strands
1/2 cup crushed pistachios
Instructions:
Soak the saffron strands in the milk overnight and set aside.
In a pan, heat the ghee and add the shredded apples. Cook until the apples are completely dry and all moisture has evaporated.
Add the date sugar, desiccated coconut, cardamom pods, and saffron-infused milk to the pan. Stir continuously until the mixture is well combined.
Continue cooking over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and forms a dough-like texture, about 10 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a baking sheet and flatten it out. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours, or until set.
Cut into bar shapes and garnish with crushed pistachios and additional saffron strands. Serve and enjoy!
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