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In the realm of traditional Indian sweets, behold the humble yet delightful Til Gud Roti, a treat that embodies the warmth of tradition and the sweetness of togetherness. Picture a golden disc of roasted sesame seeds and jaggery, bound together by the soft embrace of whole wheat flour—a simple yet comforting confection that carries the essence of home.

Til Gud Roti | Til Gur Roti | Jaggery Roti

With each bite, you are transported to a cozy kitchen filled with the aroma of roasting sesame seeds and the laughter of loved ones gathered around the hearth. The earthy nuttiness of the sesame seeds mingles harmoniously with the rich sweetness of jaggery, creating a symphony of flavors that dance upon the palate.

But Til Gud Roti is more than just a sweet; it’s a celebration of tradition and community—a dish that brings people together and nourishes both body and soul. As you knead the dough and shape each roti with care, you are participating in a ritual that has been passed down through generations, a ritual that binds families and communities in a shared heritage.

As you savor each morsel, you can taste the love and devotion that went into its creation, a labor of love that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. The texture is both hearty and satisfying, with the crunch of sesame seeds giving way to the chewiness of jaggery, a delightful contrast that keeps you coming back for more.

In a world filled with fleeting pleasures, Til Gud Roti stands as a beacon of tradition and continuity—a reminder of the simple joys that bring us together and nourish our spirits. So gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and indulge in the timeless delight of Til Gud Roti—a taste of home that warms the heart and feeds the soul.

Til Gud Roti

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Til Gud Roti is a special sweet we make during a festival called Makar Sankranti or anytime you would like to eat it. To make it, we add sesame seeds (til) and jaggery (gud) to the dough. The sesame seeds give a nutty taste and a nice crunch, while the jaggery makes it a bit sweet. It's not just yummy; it's also a symbol of good things coming our way.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 40

Course Breakfast, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine Indian

Servings 7 Roti

Calories 255 kcal

Equipment

1 Cooking Pan
1 Spatula
1 Measuring Cups
1 Tawa
1 Rolling Board and Pin
1 Spoon
1 Plate
2 Bowl

Ingredients

250 gms Sesame Seeds
350 gms Jaggery
2 cup Wheat Flour
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp Oil
10 tsp Ghee

Instructions

Take 250 gms Sesame Seeds in a cooking pan and roast on low flame. It took me 10 minutes to roast it. It can be checked by pressing a seed with fingers, if it breaks, it is roasted. Let it cool down in a plate.
Transfer a small quantity to a mixer grinder, then add a small quantity of Jaggery on top of it. Grind it to a fine powder and collect in a bowl. Repeat for all the Sesame seeds and 350 gms Jaggery. Mix them with hands gently.
Now take 2 cup Wheat Flour, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp Oil in a bowl and mix them. Add small amount of water and more as required to make soft dough. Close with lid and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Now take some amount of Til gud Mixture which is required to make roti, add just 1 or 2 spoons of water and make soft dough of it. Divide them into small pieces or round shapes for stuffing inside roti.
Now its time to make til gud roti. Take small amount of dough and equal amount of til gud mixture. And as we make parathas, follow the same procedure. Make a spherical shape and using rolling board and pin give it a round shape of roti. If you like to have crunchy, make it thinner, if soft then keep it little thick.
Now roast the roti on heated tawa. Use small quantities of ghee from 10 tsp Ghee while roasting on both sides. Transfer to a container or plate. Let it cool down. Til Gud Roti is ready.