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Pista Barfi

Pista Barfi

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Pista Barfi is a regal, vibrant, and profoundly aromatic Indian sweet celebrated for its unique green hue and rich nutty flavor. This recipe features finely ground pistachios mixed with khoya and sugar, flavored with cardamom and saffron. Known for its sophisticated appearance and traditional appeal, it represents the soulful heart of festive dessert collections. Its taste is intensely nutty and sweet, with the pistachio providing a unique professional-grade texture and aroma. This sweet is a mandatory favorite for grand celebrations and gift boxes across India. Best enjoyed at room temperature as a luxurious and elegant professional-grade treat.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings10 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Pistachios (Pista), blanched and ground
1 cup Khoya (Mawa), crumbled
3/4 cup Sugar
1/2 tsp Cardamom powder
1 tsp Ghee
Few strands of Saffron
Green food color (optional)
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Blanching the pistachios is the absolute secret to achieving the traditional professional-grade vibrant green color.
  • Using fresh and soft khoya provides the essential professional balance of flavor and creamy texture.
  • Constant stirring is mandatory; pistachio paste burns professional-grade easily at high temperatures.
  • Adding a drop of green food color provides a more sophisticated professional-grade visual appeal if desired.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 piece (35g))

Calories

150 kcal

Protein

4g

Fat

9g

Carbs

14g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.