Tilgul Wadi — तिळगुळाच्या वड्या

Ingredients

• 2 cups toasted sesame seeds powder (coarse)
• 2 cups roasted peanut powder (fine, with skin)
• 2 cups finely chopped jaggery
• 1 tsp powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup grated dry coconut
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp clarified butter (ghee)
• 5-6 cardamoms, powdered

Method

1. Toast sesame seeds until golden, then blend coarsely.
2. Roast peanuts and blend into a fine powder with their skin.
3. Gently roast dry coconut on low flame until pinkish-golden.
4. Combine sesame, peanuts, coconut, and cardamom powder in a large bowl.
5. Heat ghee in a pan and add the jaggery. Melt on low heat, stirring continuously.
6. Once melted, stir in the powdered sugar and milk. Simmer until it bubbles and foams slightly.
7. Turn off the heat, add the sesame-peanut mixture, and mix until completely combined.
8. Spread onto a greased plate and slice into wadis while warm.

Health Benefits

• Winter Special: Sesame and peanuts produce body heat, making this ideal for winters.
• Calcium Rich: Sesame is an excellent source of plant-based calcium.
• Iron Booster: Jaggery helps improve hemoglobin levels.

Summary

Tilgul Wadi is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet made during Makar Sankranti. The melt-in-mouth texture from milk and ghee combined with nutty sesame and peanuts makes it a beloved winter treat.