Shrikhand Recipe
Shrikhand is flavored with sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron threads in addition to yogurt. The cardamom powder adds a warm, aromatic flavor to the dish, while the saffron strands give it a beautiful yellow color and a delicate, floral flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
- ¼ teaspoon saffron strands
- 1 tablespoon warm milk
- 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, cashews) for garnish
Instructions
- Start by straining the yogurt to remove any excess liquid. You can do this by placing a cheesecloth or muslin cloth over a sieve and placing the sieve over a bowl. Pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth and let it sit in the fridge for at least 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Once the yogurt is strained, transfer it to a mixing bowl and add the powdered sugar. Mix well until the sugar is fully incorporated into the yogurt.
- Next, add the cardamom powder to the mixture and stir until it is evenly distributed.
- In a small bowl, add the saffron strands and warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the milk takes on the color and flavor of the saffron.
- Add the saffron-infused milk to the yogurt mixture and stir until it is fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once chilled, transfer the Shrikhand to serving bowls and garnish with chopped nuts. Serve chilled and enjoy!
- That’s it! This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. Shrikhand is a perfect dessert to serve at dinner parties, or as a sweet treat after a spicy Indian meal.