Dry Fruit Chikki

Method

Mix nuts and saunf, warm them, but do not roast them.

Mix sugar, honey and water over moderate flame.

Dissolve the sugar and bring to a boil.

Cook till the syrup when, dropped into a jug full of water forms a hard brittle ball.

Stir in the nuts and saunf. Cook for five minutes.

Remove from heat. Add lemon rind and baking soda. Stir well.

Pour syrup into a well-oiled baking tin. Taking great care.

Allow it to cool and then break into small pieces.

When completely cold, store in an airtight container.

While storing separate the layers with plastic paper.