When the monsoon rain sets off a craving for something sweet, a homemade treat that takes no time at all makes the moment even better. That is exactly what this no-mawa mango barfi delivers. It needs barely any ingredients or effort, yet turns out so soft that it practically melts in the mouth like honey. Kids and elders alike tend to love it, and once you have tasted this homemade version, shop-bought mithai may not feel quite as special.
Just three ingredients make this sweet
Sweety Patel explains that this mango barfi can be put together at home with very little effort, and it needs only three ingredients, ripe mangoes, desiccated coconut and sugar. These three simple items are enough to create a barfi that is soft, smooth and dissolves in the mouth almost instantly. There is no mawa involved and no expensive ingredients either, which is exactly why this recipe works in almost any kitchen.
How to make mango barfi step by step
Start by peeling ripe mangoes and cutting them into small pieces. Blend these pieces in a mixer without adding any water to get a thick pulp. The pulp needs to be completely smooth, with no fibre or lumps left in it. Transfer this mango pulp into a kadhai, add sugar according to taste, and start cooking on a low flame. Keep stirring continuously for 4 to 5 minutes so the sugar dissolves properly and the mixture begins to thicken.
Once the mixture starts thickening, add the desiccated coconut into it. Lower the flame further and keep stirring the mixture without a break. After roughly 8 to 10 minutes of cooking, the mixture will start leaving the sides of the kadhai and take on a dough like consistency. That is the sign that it is ready to be set.
Grease a plate or a tray with a little ghee and smooth it out evenly. Pour the prepared mixture onto this plate and spread it out to an even thickness using a spoon or spatula. Let it sit undisturbed for 1 to 2 hours to set completely. Once it has cooled down and firmed up, cut it into squares, diamonds or any shape using a knife. The homemade mango barfi is now ready to be enjoyed.
How to store it
This mango barfi is not just delicious, it is also entirely homemade and free of any adulteration. Once ready, it can be kept in an airtight container and used over several days without spoiling. It also makes for a great sweet to serve guests, and being homemade, it can be considered far purer and healthier than sweets bought from the market.
