Khopra Paak
This Khopra Pak or Coconut Burfi is a simple Indian style coconut fudge dessert, with only 3 ingredients, that comes together in less than 10 minutes, sure to impress any coconut lovers!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Dessicated coconut, unsweetened about 5 cups
- 14 oz Condensed milk 1 can
- 1 tsp Vanilla Essence
- few drops Food coloring any color
- 1-2 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp Chopped almonds
- 3 tbsp Chopped pistachio
Instructions
- In a shallow pot, on very low heat, add the sweetened condensed milk, with 3- 4 tbsp of water. Once the water has combined with the condensed milk, add liquid or gel food coloring, vanilla essence and dessicated coconut.
- Mix well and cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes. The mixture is ready when the coconut is coated and looks shiny. To test, take a teaspoon worth of the mixture, and make a ball with it. If it retains its shape without sticking to your hands, it is ready.
- Prepare an 8 x 8 dish with butter. Spread the mixture, and pack it tightly into the dish. Press down with a back of a spoon or spatula, until it cannot be pressed any further.
- Sprinkle with crushed pistachio and/or almonds.
- Cut into cubes and let rest until completely cool (about 2-3 hours).
- Remove pieces from dish and serve at room temperature.