Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 4 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut | 1/2 cup shredded (40g) | 283 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp ground (2.6g) | 6 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2 cups MOIST coconut (canned)
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Directions
In a medium-sized heavy iron skillet:
Melt 2 cups Sugar stirring constantly until it is melted.
While the Sugar is still white:
Add: 2 cups MOIST coconut (canned),1 tsp. cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. salt.
Stir hard for about 30 seconds.
Pour into a 12 x 9-inch pan which has been lined with waxed paper.
Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares or diamonds while still hot.
Cool until the Kashatas are set.
Groundnut KASHATAS may be made by following the directions above but using roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped or whole, instead of coconut.
Or you may wish to use half peanuts and half coconut for Groundnut AND coconut KASHATAS.
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