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Chikki Jaggery Peanut Dessert RecipeThe Jaggery Peanut Chikki is a quick and easy-to-make traditional Indian recipe. Chikki’s are a very popular as a snack and dessert in India; almost every town has its own variation of the recipe. This much-loved classic is a sure way to put a smile on anyone’s face.

Recipe:

Ingredients

Quantity

Roast peanut without skin 100 Gms
Shredded jaggery 80 Gms
Water 40 ml
Elaichi powder 2 Gms
Pista & Badam For Garnish 10 Gms

Method

  • Break every peanut into half, so it is easy to spread in the chikki.
  • Pour water in a heavy bottomed pan and heat it.
  • Then add shredded jaggery and mix well.
  • Melt the jaggery on low heat.
  • When the jaggery becomes a bit dark in colour, add the roasted peanuts in it. (Make sure that jiggery does not get overheated)
  • Mix the jaggery and peanuts for 1-2 minutes on low heat and turn off the flame when it’s mixed very well.
  • Grease a tray or any clean surface and spread mixture evenly to make chikki.
  • When the mixture is cool, cut it into pieces of square and garnish with pista & badam.

Nutrient Value

Amount Per Serving

Serving – 1

Calories 989.8
Total Fat 56.2 g
Saturated Fat 7.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 25.2 g
Cholesterol 0.2 mg
Sodium 13.6 mg
Potassium 698.1 mg
Total Carbohydrate 24.1 g
Dietary Fiber 8.8 g
Sugars 5.1 g
Protein 24.0 g

Recipe by

Chef Manoj Dhiman

Manoj Dhiman – Executive Chef, Manali - White Mist

 

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