Bhatia Til Chikki (Sesame-Jaggery Brittle)

Method

1. 1Dry-roast sesame on low till lightly golden and fragrant; cool.
2. 2Melt jaggery in heavy pan + 1 tbsp water; cook till syrup reaches hard-ball (drop in cold water makes hard ball).
3. 3Off heat, add cardamom and sesame; stir fast.
4. 4Pour on greased plate; flatten with greased rolling pin to 5 mm thick.
5. 5While warm, score into squares.
6. 6Cool fully; break along lines and store airtight.