Coconut Burfi

Ingredients:

• 250 gms. finely grated coconut
• 250 gms. sugar
• ghee for greasing plate
• a pinch cardamom powder
• 2 table spoons crushed cashew nuts (optional)

Method:

• Prepare syrup with sugar and water to 2 1/2 thread consistency.
• (Use method as shown in the above posting.)
• Warm coconut in heavy saucepan, put in the syrup.
• Stir well and cook till soft lump forms.
• Spread in a greased plate. Cool.
• Sprinkle cardamom powder and crushed cashew nuts.
• Cut into squares, store in airtight container.