Holi is just around the corner, and this is the time when homes are filled with the aroma of festive sweets and snacks. Most Indian sweets require khoya (mawa) as a key ingredient. However, finding pure khoya in the market is nearly impossible, and making it at home by reducing milk can take hours. Due to time constraints, many people skip making khoya altogether.
But don’t worry! Today, we bring you an instant khoya recipe that takes only 5 to 7 minutes to prepare. It tastes just as good as traditional khoya and has the perfect texture and aroma. Let’s check out how to make it.
Ingredients for Instant Khoya
To make rich, aromatic, and grainy khoya in just a few minutes, you will need only three simple ingredients:
- 1 cup milk powder
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons desi ghee (clarified butter)
How to Make Perfect Instant Khoya
If you’re making gujiya or other sweets for Holi, you can quickly prepare khoya using this easy method:
- Heat a pan on low flame and add 2 tablespoons of desi ghee.
- Once the ghee melts, pour in the milk and stir continuously.
- Wait for the milk to come to a boil.
- Gradually add milk powder, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Cook on a low flame, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes, until it thickens and reaches the right consistency.
- Let it rest for 2 to 3 hours before use.
And that’s it! Your perfect, grainy, and aromatic homemade khoya is ready to enhance your festive sweets. Enjoy a hassle-free Holi with this quick and easy recipe!