Gulkand, a beloved traditional Indian mouth freshener, is a sweet preserve made using fresh desi rose petals and natural sugar. Prepared through a slow sun-cooking process, this aromatic delicacy not only captures the essence of roses but also offers a cooling effect on the body. Known for its refreshing taste and soothing properties. Desi Rose Petals can also be used for making other useful things, such as Rose Water Toner.
Gulkand, a sweet condiment, has been used for generations in Indian households. It is commonly enjoyed after meals as a natural digestive, added to paan, or used as a flavorful ingredient in desserts, milkshakes, and beverages.
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Gulkand Benefits
Rich in antioxidants, Gulkand has a lot of health benefits. It cools the body during summer, it helps in digestion, and it relieves acidity and constipation. It also promotes healthy skin.
Gulkand Ingredients
- Rose Petals
- Sugar
How To Make Gulkand at Home
1. To make Gulkand at home, take fresh Rose Petals. Properly wash them 3-4 times, and dry them completely to let go of any moisture.
2. Now, take some rose petals and Sugar in a bowl and mash them with your hands. Sugar acts as a natural preservative, so that we will use it in ample amounts.
3. After mashing all the Rose petals, check them by squeezing them in your hands; the juice will come out nicely.
4. Store in a jar. The jar should be cleaned, completely dried, and sterile so that there is no moisture or odor in it.
5. Keep the jar in direct sunlight for 4-5 days, so that the Gulkand matures naturally.
Storage & Usage Tips
- Stored properly, it can last for one year outside or up to two years in the refrigerator.
- It can be consumed by taking one spoonful with milk on an empty stomach in the morning or at night before bed, and it can also be used in desserts or paan.
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Gulkand Recipe | How to make Rose Gulkand at Home
Ingredients
- Rose Petals
- Sugar
Instructions
- To make Gulkand at home, take fresh Rose Petals. Properly wash them 3-4 times, and dry them completely to let go of any moisture.
- Now, take some rose petals and Sugar in a bowl and mash them with your hands. Sugar acts as a natural preservative, so we will use it in ample amounts.
- After mashing all the Rose petals, check them by squeezing them in your hands; the juice will come out nicely.
- Store in a jar. The jar should be cleaned, completely dried, and sterile so that there is no moisture or odor in it.
- Keep the jar in direct sunlight for 4-5 days, so that the Gulkand matures naturally.
