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- Cuisine: Indian
- Prep Time: 10 min(s)
- Cook Time: 5 min(s)
- Serves 6-8
Every month, Kumud Merani interviews a reputed chef to learn how to make authentic Indian food. In the first segment, Nirav Mistry shares his recipe for chocolate-coconut balls (or ladoos).
This recipe is of Indian origin and gives traditional
ladoos a modern twist. Traditionally, condensed milk and chocolate buttons are not used to make ladoos. The present recipe is an easy version for the busy housewife or novice in the kitchen. Ladoos are very popular during the Diwali Festival of Lights, which
occurs between mid-October and mid-November.
This recipe has been specially created by well-known chef Nirav Mistry. He trained at the Taj Mahal Hotel Mumbai after completing a catering and management degree from Mumbai. He has served in a five-star hotel chain in Washington, US, and is presently the executive chef at Vibe Hotel Sydney.
Ingredients
50g shelled green pistachios1 tbsp butter, plus 1tsp to grease
120g desiccated coconut
350ml sweetened condensed milk
25g small chocolate buttons
5-6 strawberries, sliced
Preparation
In a mixer, coarsely chop the pistachios. Do not powder them.In a non-stick pan, add 1 tablespoon butter, desiccated coconut and condensed milk, and cook over low heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture leaves the sides and thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool for 8-10 minutes.
Grease another pan or tray with a little butter. Place over low heat. Add the coconut mixture. Gently mix in the chocolate buttons. Use your hands to form small balls called ladoos.
Gently roll the ladoos in crushed pistachios so that they’re evenly coated.
Place a strawberry slice on each ladoo.
If you enjoyed this Coconut-chocolate balls recipe (ladoos) then browse more Indian recipes, dessert recipes, egg-free recipes and our most popular hainanese chicken rice recipe.
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