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Ensure the normal flour is sieved. Finely crush the jaggery. Roughly chop the almonds and walnuts. Have the panjeeri ready.
Heat 1 tablespoon of desi ghee in a pan on low flame until it melts and is warm.
Add the sieved flour to the warm desi ghee. Continuously stir and roast the flour on a very low flame for until it changes color and releases a fragrant aroma. Ensure it doesn't burn, as this will spoil the taste.
Once the flour is well-roasted and has a nice color, add the roughly chopped almonds and walnuts. Continue roasting for another , stirring constantly, to lightly the nuts. Then, add the panjeeri and mix well for about .
Immediately add the finely crushed jaggery to the roasted flour mixture. Stir vigorously and quickly to combine the jaggery with the flour. This prevents the jaggery from melting and clumping together, ensuring a dry, crumbly texture.
Transfer the hot halwa into a serving bowl. Garnish with additional almond slivers for presentation. Serve warm.
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Sugar (shakar) can be used instead of jaggery if preferred.
Regular cooking oil can be used instead of desi ghee, though desi ghee is recommended for added health benefits.
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