Til Gud Gajak Recipe: As the festival of Makar Sankranti approaches, the aroma of sweets made with sesame seeds and jaggery fills the markets and every home. Gajak is one of the first sweets that comes to mind on this special occasion, as it is considered beneficial for both taste and health. In the cold weather, sesame seeds and jaggery keep the body warm and provide energy.

While people often buy gajak from the market, homemade gajak is not only purer but also tastes much better. If you want to treat your family to something special this Makar Sankranti, making gajak at home is a great option.

With the right ingredients and method, gajak can be prepared in minutes. Here, we are sharing an easy and traditional gajak recipe so you can make it perfectly without any mistakes.

Ingredients
White sesame seeds – 1 cup
Jaggery – 1 cup
Ghee – 1 teaspoon

Instructions

To make gajak at home, first take a heavy-bottomed pan or wok and roast the white sesame seeds over low heat. Keep stirring the sesame seeds continuously to prevent them from burning. When the sesame seeds turn light golden brown and become fragrant, turn off the heat and transfer them to a plate. Now, add the jaggery to the same pan and melt it over low heat.

Do not cook the jaggery over high heat; otherwise, it may burn and spoil the taste of the gajak. When the jaggery is completely melted and starts to bubble slightly, add a teaspoon of ghee and mix well. Then, add the roasted sesame seeds to the melted jaggery and stir quickly so that the sesame seeds and jaggery mix well. As soon as the mixture is ready, turn off the gas.

Now, grease a plate or tray with a little ghee and spread the hot mixture on it. Gently roll it out with a rolling pin and cut it into desired shapes with a knife. Let the gajak cool down. Once cooled, the gajak will become hard and crispy and ready to eat.

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