Step 1
Spread the sesame seeds under sunlight for half an hour.
Step 2
In a wok, dry roast the sesame seeds on low heat until they turn slightly golden and release a beautiful aroma.
Step 3
Allow the sesame seeds to cool completely.
Step 4
Transfer the sesame seeds to a mixer jar, setting aside 3–4 tablespoons for garnishing later.
Step 5
Coarsely grind the remaining sesame seeds and set them aside.
Step 6
In a wok, cook the mawa on low to medium flame.
Step 7
Once the mawa melts and turns slightly golden, turn off the flame.
Step 8
Let the mawa cool until it’s lukewarm.
Step 9
Add the ground sesame seeds and desi khand to the mawa also add whole sesame seeds.
Step 10
Mix in the rose essence and rose petals at the same time.
Step 11
Combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 12
Grease a heart-shaped mould with ghee, take a small portion of the mawa mixture, and press it into the mould.
Step 13
Carefully remove the peda from the mould.
Step 14
Repeat the process to prepare all the pedas.
Step 15
Garnish each peda with pistachio flakes and rose petals.
Step 16
Your delicious and aromatic Rose Flavoured Heart Shaped Til Pedas are ready to enjoy!