Traditional Gujarati Adadiya MithaiVeg
Discover the authentic taste of Gujarat with this nutrient-dense traditional sweet. Made from stone-ground black gram (mash dal), rich ghee, and crunchy edible gum (gond), this treat is a winter staple known for its health benefits. Perfectly spiced with cardamom and optional dry ginger, it offers a unique texture and deep, nutty flavor. It is a timeless, restorative delicacy that stays fresh for weeks at room temperature.Authentic Gujarati Adadiya Winter Treat
Ingredients
1 cup Black Gram (Urad Dal)
2 tbsp Hot Milk
1 cup Clarified Butter (Ghee)
1 cup Almonds (Chopped)
1 cup Pistachios (chopped)
4 tbsp Coconut (desiccated)
Gond 1/2 cup
1 cup Water
1 cup Sugar
For garnishing Cashew (chopped)
1 tsp Cardamom Powder
1 tsp Ginger Powder
Instructions
1
Grind the whole black gram into a coarse powder. Mix with 2 tablespoons of warm milk and 2 tablespoons of ghee. Let it rest for 15 minutes, then sieve to create a uniform, textured consistency.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan. Roast the chopped almonds and pistachios for 2 minutes. Add desiccated coconut and sauté briefly until fragrant. Remove and set aside.
3
In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee. Fry the edible gum until it puffs up and turns a uniform golden-brown. Remove from heat.
4
In a large pan, heat the remaining ghee. Add the prepared dal mixture and roast on medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes until it turns a deep golden brown.
5
In a separate small pan, heat sugar and water on low. Cook until it reaches a one-string consistency.
6
Add 4 tablespoons of milk to the roasted dal to create a smooth texture. Mix in the roasted nuts, fried gum (slightly crushed), cardamom, and dry ginger powder.
7
Pour the prepared sugar syrup into the dal mixture and stir well. Allow it to rest for 5–10 minutes until it thickens.
8
Once cooled enough to handle, form into desired shapes (traditional round or cylindrical). Garnish with a whole cashew on top and serve
