Semolina (Sooji Ki) Burfi

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   Heat ghee in a heavy bottomed pan.

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   Fry the almonds and raisins in it until lightly browned.

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   Remove from ghee.

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   Keep aside.

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   Add semolina to the ghee.

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   Fry till it turns lightly golden in colour.

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   Add the soaked saffron and 4 cups of water.

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   Stir continuously.

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   Lower the flame, keep stirring, until all the water is absorbed.

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    Add the milk and stir until you see a little ghee come up on the sides of the pan.

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    Add the fried almonds and raisins now.

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    Mix well.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Spread the mixture onto a flat, greased (with ghee) plate.

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    Cut into squares or diamond shapes.

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    Decorate each square with sliced almonds.

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    If desired, you can also spread some edible silver foil over the barfi before cutting it into shapes.

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