Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Almonds

soaked, peeled, ground

0.5 cup

Ghee

melted

0.75 cup

Milk

whole milk

1 tbsp

Wheat Flour

all-purpose

0.75 cup

Sugar

granulated

2 unit

Saffron

strands

1 unit

Almond

slivered, silver coating

Step 1
~4 min

Soak almonds in water for 6-8 hours.

Step 2
~4 min

Peel the soaked almonds.

Step 3
~4 min

Grind the peeled almonds into a coarse mixture.

Step 4
~4 min

In a saucepan, combine milk, water, sugar, and saffron.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 6
~4 min

Heat ghee in a pan or kadhai.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the almond mixture to the ghee and roast for 6-8 minutes until the color changes.

Step 8
~4 min

Gradually add the milk mixture to the roasted almonds, stirring continuously until absorbed.

Step 9
~4 min

Once cooked and thickened, turn off the heat.

Step 10
~4 min

Garnish with slivered almonds and silver leaf (optional).

Step 11
~4 min

Serve warm as a dessert.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking almonds overnight is recommended for easy peeling.

Roast almonds until golden brown for enhanced flavor.

Adjust sugar quantity to your preference.

Keep stirring continuously to avoid burning.

Adding a pinch of cardamom powder enhances the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pairs well with Indian thali meals.
Enjoy after a spicy curry.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Commonly made during festivals and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Diwali
Festivals
Celebrations
Special Occasions

Popularity Score

65/100

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