Classic Mysore Pak

1.In a heavy-bottomed pan, add ghee and heat it on low flame until it melts completely.

2.Add gram flour (besan) to the melted ghee and roast it on low heat, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Roast until it turns aromatic and slightly changes color to a golden hue. This process can take about 10-15 minutes.

3.In a separate pan, combine sugar and water to make a syrup. Heat the mixture until you get a one-string consistency syrup. You can test this by taking a small amount of syrup between your fingers - it should form a single thread when the fingers are pulled apart.

4.Once the gram flour is roasted and the sugar syrup reaches the correct consistency, carefully pour the syrup into the roasted gram flour mixture. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble and splutter.

5.Stir vigorously to combine the sugar syrup and gram flour mixture. Continue stirring on low heat until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan. This can take approximately 5-7 minutes.

6.Grease a tray or plate with ghee and transfer the thickened mixture onto it. Spread and smooth out the mixture evenly with a spatula.

7.While the mixture is still warm, score it into desired shapes or squares using a knife. Allow it to cool completely and set for about 1-2 hours before cutting along the scored lines into individual pieces.

8.Serve and enjoy the decadent Classic Mysore Pak!