Basundi

Basundi is a thickened milk dessert with saffron, cardamom, and sliced nuts. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. A small amount of ghee is used where it improves the aroma or prevents sticking. Divide into four portions and serve as directed. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Basundi

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Reducing, Slow Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: B Basundi F Four servings I Indian recipe

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Calories: 360

Description

A thickened milk dessert with saffron, cardamom, and sliced nuts.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 8 cups full-fat milk
• ³⁄₄ cup sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon cardamom powder
• a pinch of saffron
• ¹⁄₃ cup sliced almonds and pistachios
• 1 teaspoon ghee for greasing the pan

Instructions

1. Grease a wide heavy pan lightly with ghee and add the milk.
2. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat.
3. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring and scraping the creamy layer from the sides back into the milk.
4. When the milk reduces by about one-third, add sugar, cardamom, and saffron.
5. Cook for 5 minutes, add the nuts, and switch off the heat.
6. Serve warm or chill for 1 hour and divide into four bowls..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 360kcal

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