Fehmz writes in her introduction to this recipe in her book, Damn Good Food: “I would choose magaj over burfee any day of the week. They say you get burfee people and chana magaj people. But the ...

Magas – a traditional Gujarati sweet commonly made during Diwali and the winter months. My version follows an authentic Gujarati recipe that will give you the perfectly set, melt in the mouth texture.

A buttery, biscuit-like slice often served at Hindu festivals, chana magaj is sweet, spiced, and textured, the perfect accompaniment with a cup of masala chai. A taste of this sweetmeat will whisk you ...