Barfi


Barfi, borfi or burfi is a dense milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent, and a type of mithai. The name is a derivative of the Persian word barf, which means snow. A few of the famous varieties of barfi include besan barfi, kaaju barfi, pista barfi, and sing barfi. The main ingredients of plain barfis include condensed milk and sugar. The ingredients are cooked in a vessel until the mixture solidifies.
The flavour of a barfi is often enhanced with fruits or nuts and spices. Barfis are usually coated with a thin layer of edible metallic leaf known as vark. They are typically cut into square, diamond, or round shapes. The sweet is easily adapted for casual occasions to the most formal event. Different types of barfi vary in their colour and texture.

Types

The most common spice used to flavour this dessert is cardamom. Adding edible silver leaf to the edges of barfi is common when the sweet confection is served at a wedding. For added flavour and to provide a colourful contrast, often it is rolled in crushed nuts before being served.
The confection is served in India and Pakistan, all year round, but especially consumed during the holiday seasons, wedding ceremonies, and religious festivals. Barfi is often served during Diwali and also Eid. A common variation called "chocolate barfi", is colloquially known as "Indian-style brownies" due to their minor resemblance with the common chocolate fudge brownies.