Pedas Recipe


How to Make Pedas Recipe ( पेड़ा रेसिपी )

Ingredients for Pedas Recipe

500 gms. khoya (mawa)
300 gms. sugar
3 drops colour as required
8 to 10 pistas sliced
1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
cookie mould

Method :

  • Grate khoya. Powder sugar. Mix together in a skillet.
  • Heat on low flame, stiring continuously.
  • Cook till mixture thickens. It should form a very soft lump.
  • Cool for 10 minutes. Add cardamom powder & colour. Mix well.
  • Take a small fistful of mixture. Form a ball. Press into the cookie mould.
  • Turn out carefully. Press 2-3 slices of pista on the centre.
  • Repeat for remaining mixture.
  • Note on khoya.
  • Khoya is available in most Indian sweetmeat stores anywhere.
  • Making at home consumes time but isn't that difficult.
  • Boil milk on high flame in a large heavy saucepan till water evaporates, leaving a soft lump. Stir frequently while cooking.
  • OR Substitute with 1 tin (400 gms.) condensed milk and 1 cup milk.
  • Lessen sugar by 1/2. Boil till a soft lump is formed. Stir continuously while cooking.

Serves : 36 pieces
Time required : 1/2 hr.
Shelf Life : 15 days (refrigerated)

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