Uses of Khoa in Indian Sweets

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Khoa is used for the production of:

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Khoa is used for the production of:

  1. All of the above (Burfi, Kalakand, Gulabjamun) — Correct Answer
  2. Only Burfi
  3. Only Kalakand
  4. Only Gulabjamun
Explanation:
Correct Answer: All of the above

Khoa (Mawa) is a concentrated whole milk product that serves as the base for many popular Indian sweets.

Types of Khoa and their Uses
  • Pindi Khoa (21–26% fat) → Burfi, Peda
  • Dhap Khoa (20–23% fat) → Gulabjamun, Pantooa
  • Danedar Khoa (20–25% fat) → Kalakand, Gourd Barfi
Special Note on Danedar Khoa

Danedar means 'granular'. Milk of high acidity produces a granular Khoa — this is the Danedar variety used specifically for Kalakand.

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