Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Roast Wheat Flour

   Heat a kadhai (wok) on low-medium flame. Add 1 bowl of wheat flour to the hot kadhai. Roast the flour for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously, until it starts to change color slightly.

2. 2.Add Besan and Continue Roasting

   After 5-7 minutes of roasting the wheat flour, add 2 tablespoons of besan (gram flour) to the kadhai. Continue roasting the mixture, stirring constantly, for another 8-13 minutes until the flour and besan turn a light golden brown color and release a fragrant aroma. The total roasting time for flour and besan should be around 15-20 minutes.

3. 3.Incorporate Ghee

   Once the flour mixture has achieved a nice golden brown color (similar to peda), add 4-5 tablespoons of ghee. Mix well, ensuring the ghee is fully incorporated into the flour mixture. Continue stirring and roasting for a few more minutes.

4. 4.Add Remaining Ghee and Roast Further

   Add the remaining ghee (approximately 1/2 bowl total) to the mixture. Continue to roast and stir continuously until the mixture turns a rich, deep brown color and becomes slightly pasty, resembling the texture of peda dough. This process should take about 15-20 minutes after adding ghee.

5. 5.Turn Off Heat and Add Flavorings

   Once the mixture reaches the desired color and consistency, turn off the gas. While the mixture is still hot, add 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder, 2 tablespoons of milk powder (optional), and 1 bowl of sugar powder. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. The residual heat from the kadhai will help melt the sugar and blend the flavors.

6. 6.Cool and Shape the Pedas

   Transfer the mixture to a plate and let it cool for about 2 minutes, or until it's warm enough to handle but not too hot. Take a small portion of the mixture, roll it into a smooth ball between your palms, and then gently flatten it slightly to form a peda shape. Repeat for the remaining mixture.

7. 7.Garnish and Serve

   Once all the pedas are shaped, garnish each one with a cashew nut on top. The delicious homemade wheat flour pedas are now ready to be served or stored.