Gulab Shrikandh

Shrikhand is an Indian sweet dish made of strained yogurt. It is one of the main desserts in Gujarati cuisine and Maharashtrian cuisine. Preparation of this dish is very simple but it takes some time to process yogurt properly.

To prepare shrikhand, yogurt is tied in a cotton cloth and left under pressure to drain. In the past, it used to be hung from a wall to achieve the desired thickness. The strained yogurt, referred to as "Chakka", and sugar are mixed thoroughly in a deep bowl. Cardamom, saffron, and any other flavors are then added and mixed. It is then left in the refrigerator for the sugar to dissolve. The dish is served chilled. 

Now lets prepare Gulab Shrinkandh. 

                                              Gulab Shrikandh recipe

Recipe Cuisine: Indian  |  Recipe Category: Dessert
Prep Time:15 mins    |  Cook time: mins     |  Serves:2

Ingredients

Rose syrup - 1tbsp

Yoghurt - 1 cup (250ml)

Grated nuts - 1 tsp

Cardamon powder - 1/4tsp

Sugar - 3 tbsp

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 Method:

• First take a strainer and cover it with a clean cotton cloth. Strain the yoghurt on the cloth and tie it up as in case of panner and hang it up high over nite. This will remove all the water from the yoghurt.
  
• Now when you open the cloth you will see cream like curd. Take it in a bowl.Add sugar and whisk well or use a hand-mixer and mix well until sugar dissolves completely.
  
•  Add Rose syrup (I have used Rooh-Afza), cardamon powder and sugar to it and blend well using a hand mixer until it becomes thick and starts to fold.
  
• Top up with 1tsp rose syrup or Gulkand.
  
• Transfer it into a cup and referigerate until ready to eat. Serve it with garnished nuts!!