Try making this homemade amla candy once, and you’ll love how simple, healthy, and delicious the process turns out to be.
Amla Candy Recipe | Indian Gooseberry Candy | Amlaki Recipe
This Amla Candy Recipe is a sweet–tangy way to enjoy the goodness of Indian gooseberries all year round. Easy to make, naturally healthy, and full of nostalgic homemade charm.
Ingredients
- 250 g Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Peel a thin layer before steaming
- 250 g Sugar For soaking; will be absorbed by the amla
- 2-3 tbsp Sugar (powdered) For coating after drying; grind regular sugar
Instructions
- Wash 250g amla thoroughly and peel a thin layer from each one.
- Steam the amla in a strainer for 8–10 minutes, just until they soften slightly.
- Let them cool, then split them open along the natural lines and separate out the seeds.
- Transfer the pulp (the cleaned amla segments) to a bowl and add 250g sugar. Mix well so all pieces are coated.
- Cover and keep the bowl aside for 2–3 days. The sugar will dissolve, and the amla will absorb it nicely.
- Spread the sugar-soaked amla pieces under the sun and dry for 1–3 days, depending on how chewy you want them.
- Grind a little sugar into powder and roll the dried amla pieces in it. If they become slightly moist, let them sun-dry again for a few hours.
- Store in an airtight jar - they stay fresh for up to 6 months.