LAVANG LATIKA

fOR THE COVERING
1 cup plain flour (maida)
3 tbsp melted ghee

To be mixed into a filling  
3 tbsp grated mava (khoya)
2 tbsp chopped dried fruits
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
a few saffron (kesar) strands

For the sugar syrup
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water

oTHER INGREDIENTS:
lavang
ghee or oil for frying

METHOD:
for sugar syrup:

1. Combine the sugar and water in a pan and simmer till it reaches a 1 string consistency.
2. remove from heat and keep warm.

For the covering 

1. Combine the flour and ghee in a bowl and make a stiff dough using enough water. Knead well.
2. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions.
3. Roll out each portion into a small  circle .

How to proceed 

1. Place 1 tablespoon of the filling at one end of the circle. Fold the ends and seal the edges using a little water.
2. Insert a clove on top of the sealed edge.
3. Deep fry in ghee over a slow flame until golden brown in colour.
4. Remove and drain on absorbent paper.
5. Soak the lavang latikas in warm sugar syrup for about 2 to 3 minutes.
6. drain and serve warm.