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Barfi
Milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For other uses, see Barfi (disambiguation).
Barfi[lower-alpha 1] or burfi is a milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent with a fudge-like consistency. Its name comes from the Persian and Urdu word (barf) for snow. Barfi is consumed throughout India and Pakistan and is especially popular in North India. It is often served at celebrations and religious festivals such as Diwali and Holi.[1][2][3]
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![]() Assortment of barfis | |
Alternative names | Burfi |
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Region or state | Indian subcontinent |
Main ingredients | Khoa (condensed milk), sugar |
Variations | Numerous |
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