Boondi laddu is a popular Indian sweet delicacy made from besan (gram flour), sugar, ghee (clarified butter), and various nuts and spices. It is a spherical-shaped sweet that is loved and relished by people of all ages.
The process of making boondi laddu involves several steps. First, a batter is prepared by mixing besan (gram flour) with water to make a smooth consistency. This batter is then poured through a perforated ladle or a special boondi-making spoon called a "boondi jhara" into hot ghee. The batter droplets fall through the ladle and form tiny, round boondi (gram flour balls) in the hot ghee. The boondis are then fried until they turn golden and crispy.
Once the boondis are fried, they are carefully removed from the hot ghee and transferred to a large vessel. Sugar syrup, made by dissolving sugar in water, is then poured over the boondis. The boondis absorb the sweetness from the sugar syrup and become soft and flavorful.
To enhance the taste and texture, various ingredients like cardamom powder, saffron strands, crushed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, or pistachios), and raisins are added to the mixture. These ingredients provide a delightful aroma and a crunchy texture to the laddus.
Boondi laddus are commonly made during festive occasions, celebrations, and religious ceremonies in India. They are also popular as a sweet treat and are often offered as prasad (religious offering) in temples. Boondi laddus have a sweet, aromatic flavor and a slightly grainy texture due to the presence of boondis and crushed nuts, making them a delicious and satisfying indulgence.
