It was always on my mind to make some traditional sweet using mango flavor . Long time back,I had tasted this semi soft mango flavored milk barfi somewhere and suddenly it occurred to me ,why not try this with coconut??
Coconuts and South Indians are inseparable and hence needless to say, coconut burfi is the most loved sweet in my home . The soft, juicy and melt in mouth barfi is very easy to make and even a beginner cannot go wrong with this recipe . I have detailed the step by step recipe for the Traditional Coconut Barfi / Thenga Barfi and Coffee Flavored Coconut Barfi on my blog.
The microwave bug bit me again and this time I experimented this barfi using the microwave and believe me 5 mins is all that it takes to make this delicious melt in mouth delicacy and no constant stirring or keeping an eye !! So now there can be no excuse to skip and push aside making coconut barfi !!
And .... hubby,who generally doesn't like Mangoes ,took a few pieces of this barfi and enjoyed it !! Yes, you read it right , hubby dear detests the taste of Mangoes ....
Cooking Time - 5 mins
Complexity - easy
Makes 9 to 12 pieces
Ingredients
1 cup fresh grated coconut
1/4 cup mango puree from sweet mango
1/2 cup sugar
Pinch of cardamom powder /elaichi powder
Little oil for greasing
Method
- Grate a fresh coconut and take only white portion of the grated part . You can also use frozen coconut, but ensure that it is thawed well and in room temperature. At times when using frozen directly ,it will release the oil and the taste is not very much welcome .
- In a wide microwave safe bowl, add the coconut, mango puree and sugar and mix it well .Any sweet variety of mango can be used for the puree. Adjust the qunatity of sugar depending on the sweetness of the puree.
- Place it in the microwave and run it for 2 min on high power . Take it ,mix it well as the sugar would have melted and the mixture will be runny.
- Place it again in the microwave and run for another 2 mins ,take it out and mix once again. Now the mixture will appear a little less runny and you can shape it into a ball .
- Now,last step , place it for 1 more min on high power and take it out . This is the most important step as the barfi takes the right consistency at this stage . If we are not careful ,we might end up burning the mixture. So keep an eye in this last step .
- Take it out and pour the barfi mixture on a greased plate and shape it well like we do for any other barfi . Let the mixture cool and while it is slightly warm,mark deep cuts so that it is easy to remove when cooled. You may garnish it with nuts and saffron strands.
Quick sweet treats using Microwave
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One of the easiest recipe of Indian dessert that I have come across. Cooking it in the microwave has made it quickest to make too. The color of the barfi is really beckoning me to try it before the mangoes disappear from the market.
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious and with so little ingredients. My son does not like mangoes as ur husband but I am sure he will love this. Tempting
ReplyDeletePriya my all time favourite Indian mithai is coconut barfi and that too one made with fresh coconut. Love this recipe of yours where you've added mango puree. Such a brilliant idea. Definitely would love to try this recipe out when I get some fresh coconut.
ReplyDeleteWow what an easy and quick way to make barfi. I love the recipes using microwave because its most convenient way of cooking. Barfi looks delish.
ReplyDeleteBarfi using mango and coconut looks so delicious and flavorful ... I am totally mangi kinda girl. so this is totally my type. Use of microwave is definitely an easy and quick way to make barfi !
ReplyDeleteMango coconut burfi is super delicious and tempting. I love mangoes and this burfi looks my kind.Using microwave makes it super quick .Would love to try your recipe.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea of adding mango puree to the coconut barfi. Coconut barfi is one of my most favourite sweets and so love the idea of adding mangoes to it.
ReplyDeleteLoved this mango coconut burfi to the core.. I made it few days back when mangoes were in season.. came out soo good.. Thanks for the wonderful share.
ReplyDeleteLove this mango burfi, it is tasty and a good way to enjoy mango during the season. Lovely sweet treat anytime.
ReplyDeleteTwist to traditional coconut burfi using mangoes is interesting and delicious treat for all age groups. Trying them out during next mango season
ReplyDeleteMango coconut barfies are looking so delicious and scrumptious. Such and easy recipe. loving the idea of using mango with the coconut. will definitely try this recipe.
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