Til Laddu

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Method

1. 1

   Heat a pan on low flame. Add 1½ cups sesame seeds and dry roast for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously, until they start to pop. Do not let them burn.

2. 2

   Remove from heat and let the sesame seeds cool completely.

   

3. 3

   Transfer the cooled sesame seeds to a blender. Grind coarsely — do not make a fine powder.

4. 4

   Add 1 cup finely chopped jaggery to the blender. Grind together well. The natural oils released from the sesame seeds during grinding provide the binding — grind until the mixture holds together.

   

5. 5

   Transfer to a mixing bowl. Mix well with hands.

6. 6

   Take small portions and shape into tight, smooth laddus. If the mixture feels dry and doesn't bind, pulse it again in the blender for a few seconds.

   

7. 7

   This recipe makes about 12 laddus.

8. 8

   Offer to Lord Jagannath with tulsi leaves.