Deepavali is around the corner. Along with the mood for celebrations is the growing concern over the high consumption of added sugars. The celebratory treats are drooling concoctions of sugar, oil, ghee and milk solids which are not just a feast to the eye and taste buds but also to the invisible monsters …the lifestyle disorders where diabetes rules the roost. Moderation and portion control is the key but do we have other options???? Foodialogues shares with you a simple easy-to-prepare date and nut ladoo / burfi with no added sugar or artificial sweetener.
Dates with 60% natural glucose & fructose and an average GI of 42 is an excellent substitute for added sugar and safe for diabetics when consumed in moderation. A good source of fibre and antioxidants it helps in slow absorption of sugar into the bloodstream and prevents sugar spikes. Concentrated source of magnesium and potassium, the two important minerals in blood sugar control. Dates during Deepavali not only elevates your celebratory mood but also enhances your health and safety.
DRY FRUIT LADOO / SUGAR FREE DATES LADDO / BURFI
Ingredients for Dry Fruit Ladoo:
- SEEDLESS DATES 500G
- BADAM/ALMOND 200G CUT INTO BITS
- CASHEW 100G CUT INTO BITS
- RAISINS 100G
- PUMPKIN SEEDS 100G
- MELON SEEDS 100G
- POPPY SEEDS 1 TBSP
- CHIA SEEDS 1 TBSP
- FLAX SEEDS 1 TBSP
- GHEE 1 TBSP
Preparation Method for Dry Fruit Ladoo:
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the almond/cashew bits and dry roast till light brown. Remove onto a big plate and set aside.
- Add a teaspoon of ghee and fry the raisins till plump, remove on the plate. Similarly dry roast all nuts except chia and set aside on the plate.
- Add a teaspoon of ghee and add the finely chopped dates and sauté till soft. Remove onto the plate.
- Mix all ingredients including chia to a pliable mass. Take a small portion, grease your palms, and shape into ladoo.
- You can also grease a tray and pat the mixture flat and cut into desired shaped burfi after cooling.
