Petha
A translucent sweet made from ash gourd.
Petha
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
Ingredient Substitutes
- Flavor variants
Ingredients
- Ash gourd
- Sugar
- Lime water
- Cardamom
Instructions
- Soak gourd.
- Cook in syrup.
- Cool.
Tips & Variations
Texture matters
You will love it
Agra Petha is prepared by cooking ash gourd pieces in sugar syrup until translucent, available in many flavored varieties.
Serving: Serve at room temp.
Storage: Store 7 days
Tools Required
FAQ
Agra famous?
Yes.
Vegan?
Yes.
Long shelf?
Yes.
Sweet?
Yes.
Traditional?
Yes.
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Hi, Iām Kavitha ā the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.