Khopra Pak

• 2 cups grated coconut (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)

1. Grease a plate or tray with ghee and set it aside.
2. Heat a pan on medium heat and add the grated coconut to it. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the coconut turns slightly golden in color.
3. Add the sugar and water to the pan and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
4. Keep stirring the mixture on medium heat until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan. This should take around 10-12 minutes.
5. Add the cardamom powder and ghee to the pan and mix well.
6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture starts to leave the sides of the pan and forms a soft ball.
7. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the mixture to the greased plate or tray.
8. Using a spatula, spread the mixture evenly and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.
9. Once it has cooled slightly, cut it into desired shapes and let it cool completely.
10. Once the Khopra Pak has cooled completely, you can store it in an airtight container for up to a week.

Enjoy your homemade Khopra Pak