Shrikhand (Curd Pudding)

Shrikhand is very popular in western India as part of wedding banquet. In Maharashtrian and Gujarati cuisine it is one of the major desserts. It is made of strained yogurt. In Gujarati cuisine, can be eaten as a side-dish or as a desert.

Ingredients:

3 cup thick curd

½ cup warm milk

3 tbsp powdered sugar

2 tsp cardamom powder (elaichi)

a few strands saffron

For garnishing
 

almonds and pistachios

Direction:

• Tie and hang the curd in a muslin cloth for around 2 to 3 hours until all the water (whey) has drained off
• In the meantime boil the milk and rub the saffron into it until dissolve.
• Now take the strained thick and creamy yogurt in a deep bowl and add sugar, saffron mixture and cardamom powder in it.
• Mix thoroughly by using a hand blender.
• Garnished with pistachios and almonds.
• Place in the refrigerator and serve chilled to provide a refreshing counterpoint to hot and spicy curries.

Note: Other dry fruits can also be added to boost its flavor.