Monthar / Mohanthar
This easy Mohanthal recipe makes a rich and fudgy besan sweet flavored with cardamom and topped with crunchy nuts. A simple homemade mithai perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
- 3 cups besan gram flour
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz, 397 g
- 1 lb butter
- ½-1 teaspooon ground green cardamom
- 3-4 tablespoons slivered almonds or crushed almonds and pistachios
- 3-4 tablespoons milk optional
Instructions
- Sift the besan so it is light and free of lumps.
- In a large pan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sifted besan and cook on low, stirring constantly, until it turns a deep golden color and becomes fragrant. This may take 15–20 minutes.
- Stir in the ground cardamom.
- Optional step: If using, add 2–3 tablespoons of milk and mix well. This helps create a slight crunch in the final texture. Be careful, as the mixture will bubble up at this point!
- Add the sweetened condensed milk, stirring continuously as you pour. Mix until fully incorporated; the mixture will thicken into a large mass.
- Spread the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9x13-inch pan. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon or small bowl.
- Sprinkle with slivered almonds or crushed nuts, then gently press them into the surface.
- While still warm, cut into small squares or triangles, depending on your preference.
- Let cool completely and set for about 2 hours before serving.