Mustafa Lakdawala, Rajkot: When there is talk of chikki during the winter season, people’s mouths water. Especially on hearing the name of “Bani Chikki” i.e. “Avon Chikki” of Rajkot, people become desperate to taste it. Today we will tell you what is the recipe of this special chikki made in Rajkot.
Rajkot’s Chikki is famous at many places
The taste of chikki made from jaggery and peanuts is such that it sticks to the teeth and pleases the heart. Especially Chikki of Rajkot has its own identity in entire Gujarat. “Avon Chikki” located in Ramnathpara area is famous not only in Rajkot but also in foreign countries. The specialty of making chikki here makes it even more special.
Mosimbhai told the easy way to make chikki
While sharing the secret of Chikki, Mosimbhai tells that you can make it at home also. It takes 15 to 20 minutes to make it and the special thing is that it does not require oil. It is important to use pure jaggery to make chikki.
Ingredients required to make Chikki
To make chikki, you need 300 grams of jaggery and peanuts. First of all prepare the peanuts by roasting them. After this, fry the jaggery in a pan. After roasting, remove the skin of the jaggery. After this prepare the melted mixture of jaggery.
Be careful while making jaggery pie
While making jaggery pie, it is important to keep in mind that the jaggery should not remain raw. Mix 50 grams of water in 300 grams of jaggery and cook it until the mixture becomes thick. You can also add ghee to it. If you want to make Mawa Chikki, then grind peanuts and mix them in the jaggery mixture.
Prepare delicious chikki at home
After the mixture of jaggery and peanuts is ready, pour it in a plate, like Sukhadi (sweet made of jaggery and flour) is made. When it cools down, cut it into small pieces. Here, your chikki is ready! Now you can enjoy it with tea or milk in winters.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: November 22, 2024, 17:52 IST
