2 cups grated fresh coconut (or desiccated coconut)
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp ghee
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
A few saffron strands (optional)
Chopped nuts for garnish
Add the grated coconut to a pan of heated ghee. Reduce heat and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
After adding the milk, sugar, and cardamom powder, stir the mixture continuously until it thickens and pulls away from the pan's sides.
Spread the mixture evenly on a plate or tray that has been buttered, then allow it to cool.
Cut into squares and sprinkle with chopped nuts and saffron threads. You may now serve your coconut barfi.