Shrikhand (Sweet Flavored Yogurt Dessert)
- 15 min
- Serves 4
- 7 ingredients
15 minutes to prep. Shrikhand is a classic Indian sweet yogurt dessert flavored with fragrant saffron and cardamom. The creamy, chilled yogurt is lightly sweetened and topped with crunchy sliced almonds and pistachios, offering a refreshing treat for any occasion.
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Method
Line a strainer with muslin cloth (or cheesecloth) and place it over a bowl.
Pour the yogurt into the lined strainer and gently squeeze to drain the whey for 6–8 hours in the refrigerator.
Combine warm milk with saffron strands and let it dissolve, turning a bright yellow.
Transfer the drained yogurt to a mixing bowl, add sugar, crushed cardamom, and the saffron‑milk mixture.
Mix gently until the sugar dissolves and the yogurt is evenly colored.
Taste and adjust sugar if needed.
Fold in most of the sliced almonds and pistachios, reserving some for garnish.
Refrigerate the shrikhand until chilled, then garnish with the remaining almonds and pistachios before serving.
Tips while you cook
- Drain yogurt thoroughly
- Place the yogurt in a muslin‑lined strainer and refrigerate for 6–8 hours to remove whey before mixing.
- Dissolve saffron in warm milk
- Combine saffron strands with warm milk and let it dissolve before adding to the yogurt mixture.
- Reserve nuts for garnish
- Fold most of the sliced almonds and pistachios into the mixture, saving a portion to sprinkle on top before serving.
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