Tilkut Recipe
Tilkut is a traditional Indian sweet originating from the state of Bihar. It is made from sesame seeds, jaggery, and a few spices. The sesame seeds are roasted to bring out their nutty flavor and then mixed with jaggery to form a dough. This dough is then shaped into round or diamond-shaped pieces and fried till they are crispy and golden brown. The finished product is a crunchy, sweet, and nutty snack that is loved by people of all ages.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 1 cup jaggery / gur
- 1/2 cup Whole wheat Flour
- 3 tsp Oil
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Preparation
- Dry roast the sesame seeds in a pan until golden brown and keep it ready
- Crush the jaggery and keep it ready
Cooking Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sesame seeds, jaggery, and wheat flour. Mix well until the ingredients are well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small rounds and flatten them slightly.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the Tilkut rounds to the pan and deep-fry them until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried rounds from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Let the Tilkut cool for a few minutes before serving.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Notes & Tips
- Tilkut is a traditional sweet dish that is perfect for special occasions or as a treat.
- However, it is high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation.
- It is best served warm, and can be garnished with chopped nuts or dried fruit for added flavor and texture.
- It's important to fry the Tilkut on medium heat and not high heat, as it can burn the dish or cook it unevenly.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Tilkut Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
513
% Daily Value*
Fat
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
10
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Sodium
4
mg
0
%
Potassium
192
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
71
g
24
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
51
g
57
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
3
IU
0
%
Vitamin B1
0.4
mg
27
%
Vitamin B2
0.2
mg
12
%
Vitamin B3
3
mg
15
%
Vitamin B5
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B6
0.3
mg
15
%
Vitamin E
0.4
mg
3
%
Vitamin K
6
µg
6
%
Calcium
385
mg
39
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
Magnesium
135
mg
34
%
Zinc
3
mg
20
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.