Coconut Barfi/Nariyal Barfi

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Coconut burfi is a delicious south Indian Sweet recipe made with coconut, sugar, milk and cardamom powder. It is one of the most commonly made sweet during festivals & celebrations in South India

south indian cuisine deals with many traditional sweets and dessert recipes which holds its importance during festival and celebrations. coconut burfi recipe is one such easy sweet recipe which can be prepared with minimal ingredients yet delivers an amazing result.

 

Ingredients

250 gms. finely grated coconut

250 gms. sugar

150 ml. water

ghee for greasing plate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Method

1.Prepare syrup with sugar and water to 2 1/2 thread consistency.

Use method as shown in introduction.

2.Warm coconut in heavy saucepan, pour in the syrup.

3.Stir well and cook till soft lump forms.

4.Spread in a greased plate. Cool.

5.Sprinkle cardamom powder (optional).

6.Cut into squares, store in airtight container.

 

Making time: 30 minutes

Makes: 20-25 pieces

Shelflife: 2 weeks

Coconut burfi is good for weight loss:-

Yes, if the coconut barfi is made from home with freshly grated coconut and jaggery instead of refined sugar. Also, much of the fat in coconut comes in the form of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which may help you lose excess body fat.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

Calories

80.0

Total Fat

0.6 g

Saturated Fat

0.1 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

0.0 g

Monounsaturated Fat

0.0 g

Cholesterol

0.2 mg

Sodium

16.7 mg

Potassium

5.8 mg

Total Carbohydrate

18.6 g

Dietary Fiber

0.1 g

Sugars

16.2 g

Protein

0.5 g

 

Vitamin A

0.0 %

Vitamin B-12

0.0 %

Vitamin B-6

0.2 %

Vitamin C

0.0 %

Vitamin D

0.0 %

Vitamin E

0.0 %

Calcium

0.3 %

Copper

0.3 %

Folate

1.4 %

Iron

0.7 %

Magnesium

0.4 %

Manganese

0.9 %

Niacin

0.9 %

Pantothenic Acid

0.2 %

Phosphorus

0.4 %

Riboflavin

1.2 %

Selenium

3.9 %

Thiamin

1.6 %

Zinc

0.2 %

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.