Ginger is one of the oldest, most widely used culinary spices globally and is also considered one of the healthiest. Among its many known health benefits, some of the most popular include its ability to help reduce muscle pain and soreness, improve brain function, strengthen immunity, aid with digestion, and improve the body’s overall absorption of nutrients. No wonder why people these days are consuming ginger in different forms. Let’s get on to today’s recipe—Adrak ki burfi.
When I say that I have made Adrak ki burfi, most people have a surprised look on their faces. I completely understand them. Burfi and that too, Adrak? “We use it in tea or as a herb in curries, but you are making a sweet with it? How come?”
Adrak ki Burfi is a perfect dish for winters. It brings back my childhood memories. Adrak ki Burfi or Aalyachi Wadi (in Marathi) is a staple at my mom’s place. During winters, my mom gets a good amount of ginger and make this burfi. It is very helpful if you have a cough or an itchy throat. It does have the heat from Adrak, but the cream/milk and sugar balance the heat. Only one thing you have to keep in mind that since ginger creates heat, so don’t consume it as a dessert. One or two burfis per day is more than enough.
You will need:
- Ginger: 2 cups (grated)
2. Sugar: 3-4 cups
3. Cream: 1 cup
4. Ghee(clarified butter): 2 spoon
Method:
- Grease a plate with ghee and keep it aside.
2. First, cut ginger into big pieces.
3. Grind ginger, ½ cup sugar, and ½ cup cream. You will need cream and sugar to get a smooth mixture.
4. In a non-stick or heavy bottom pan, add ghee. Now transfer the ginger mixture.
5. Add the rest of the cream and sugar.
6. Let it cook. It will start to bubble. Keep stirring.
7. The mixture will start to thicken.
8. Once it starts leaving the side and forms a ball, transfer it to a plate.
9. Flatten it with your palm. The mixture will be hot to be careful.
10. Let it come down to room temperature or refrigerate for it to thicken and set. Cut in small squares.
During this winter, enjoy this yummy and nutritious Adrak ki Burfi.
To know more about the health benefits of ginger, read https://www.kindearth.net/10-reasons-why-is-ginger-is-good-for-us-with-recipes/
Another yummy recipe for winters https://mothersgurukul.com/aloo-matar-kachori-potato-peas-puff-pastry/
This is totally new, can’t even imagine it in my dreams, honestly, adrak ki barfi sounds a bit weird. But I am definitely trying it out because why not. It’s winter and I need ginger. I am already excited to try this recipe.
I wont blame you Neha. It is not a common dish. I know it because my Mom makes it. Do try it out.
Wow this is the first time I have ever heard of an adrak ki barfi! Would love to try and recreate this unique dish at home. Will report back to you!
I grew up eating this burfi. Its a compulsory item during winters at my Mom’s place. Do try it. Keep the size small. Ginger is hot.
I love the sweet called Alepak. One of my favs and very good to have during winters to keep body warm and keep away from cold and sore throat. This recipe of yours seems delish too. Will try for sure.
Yes,Seema. it will be something similar to that. Do try it out.
Oh! I have never heard about adrak barfi. I love the ginger taste. I will also try this barfi too. Thanks for the recipe.
If you like adarak then you will like it.
Of late the goodness of ginger is recognised by the masses. Recipes based on ginger is in high demand. But barfi with adrak is quite a unique on. It is definitely worth a try.
Do try it.
Oh wow. I have never heard of adrak ki barfi. It is always a pleasure to try different recipes for variety tastes. Thanks for sharing. I will try this for sure.
You are not the first one Rakhi. It is not a very common dish.
My mom also makes aalya chi vadi in winters. Will try your recipe too. She also makes jaggery and turmeric tablets for immunity and cold prevention.
Same here Ujjwal. I make those haldi-gul tablets too.
Wow I have never heard of Adrak ki burfi before. Seems interesting and I would definitely love to try it out. Will try making it this weekend. Thanks for the recipe.
Would love to know your experience.
I have never heard of adrak ki burfi and I am too temped to try it after looking at the pictures. This must such a delight to try during winters. And the fact that it is made with minimal ingredients is interesting too. I shall soon give this recipe a try.
Yes, its very easy.
We love this. Usually helps in. Digestion so we make it to have this post heavy meals and also when throat irritation persists. We also replace sugar with jaggery and add dry ginger instead of fresh ginger as a variation.
I have never tried it with jaggery.
Adrak ki barfi! Nope, never. Though, my granny would make adrak chikki, candy, and sabji during winters to keep up with the immunity against seasonal bouts of cold. This is worth sharing with mom, thank you.
In winters, it helps a lot. I would love to know your mom’s experience.