Telangana Ravva Ladoo Semolina Rava Sweet Ball Festival

Method

1. 1

   Heat a heavy pan. Add fine semolina. Dry-roast on medium-low stirring continuously for 8 to 10 minutes until the semolina is golden and smells nutty.

2. 2

   Remove from heat. Cool 5 minutes until warm but handleable.

3. 3

   Add powdered sugar, cardamom powder, saffron milk, fried cashews and raisins. Mix well.

4. 4

   Add liquid ghee. Mix until the mixture comes together.

5. 5

   Test: press a small amount between fingers — it should hold shape when pressed.

6. 6

   If too dry add 1 tbsp more ghee. Shape into small balls while the mixture is still warm — it firms as it cools.

7. 7

   Press firmly in the palm. Cool completely.

8. 8

   Store in an airtight container for 2 weeks.