This Shrikhand Recipe shows the most popular variation of Shrikhand which is Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand. This creamy and delicious yogurt is made with just Hung Curd, and flavored with Saffron, and Cardamom. Shrikhand is mainly from the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra and served in Festivals, and important occasions. It is very refreshing after meals during the summer season. This Homemade Shrikhand is easy to make and also lets you make the protein-packed Hung curd or Greek Yogurt.
About Shrikhand
Shrikhand is a very delicious and simple dessert recipe that is made with Hung Curd or Greek Yogurt, Powdered Sugar, and flavored with Saffron, Cardamom, and Nuts for crunch. This Sweetened yogurt is made just in 15 minutes and is delicious. You can either use store-bought Greek Yogurt or use this homemade Yogurt to make this delicious dessert and serve after meals.
Also, check out another variation of Shrikhand – Mango Shrikhand, and my other Dessert Recipes such as Mango Papad, Rabri Malpua, Lachha Rabri, Malai Kulfi, and Rice Kheer.
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Ingredients of Shrikhand
- 800 gm Hung Curd
- 6 tbsp Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp Saffron Milk
- 1/2 tsp Green Cardamom Powder
- Chopped Pista, Nuts, and Dry Rose petals for Garnishing
How to Make Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand Recipe
Make Hung Curd
1. Take a mixing bowl, place a Strainer and a Muslin cloth over the strainer, and Pour 800 gm of Fresh Curd.
2. Bring the edges of the cloth together, and squeeze out excess water. Use the whey liquid to make dough for other recipes.
3. Place a heavy object, press it, and squeeze out any remaining moisture. Refrigerate it overnight for 6-8 hours.
4. The Hung Curd is ready now.
Make Shrikhand
1. To make Shrikhand, take the Hung curd in a mixing bowl.
2. Mix it well using a hand whisker.
3. Add 6 tbsp Powdered Sugar to the bowl.
4. Add 1 tbsp Saffron Milk to the bowl. To make Saffron milk, soak a few saffron strands with warm milk.
5. Add 1/2 tsp Cardamom powder to the bowl.
6. Mix everything well using a hand whisker until you get a creamy texture.
7. Garnish with Dry Rose Petals, Chopped Pistachios, and Almonds.
The Kesar Elaichi shrikhand is ready. Enjoy!
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Shrikhand Recipe । Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand
Ingredients
- 800 gm Hung Curd
- 6 tbsp Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp Saffron Milk
- 1/2 tsp Green Cardamom Powder
- Chopped Pista, Nuts, and Dry Rose petals for Garnishing
Instructions
- To make Shrikhand, take Hung curd in a mixing bowl. Make sure to use fresh curd only to make Hung Curd.
- Mix it well using a hand whisker.
- Add 6 tbsp Powdered Sugar to the bowl.
- Add 1 tbsp Saffron Milk to the bowl. To make Saffron milk, soak a few saffron strands with warm milk.
- Add 1/2 tsp Cardamom powder to the bowl.
- Mix everything well using a hand whisker until you get a creamy texture.
- Garnish with Dry Rose Petals, Chopped Pistachios, and Almonds.
- The Kesar Elaichi shrikhand is ready. Enjoy!
