Mango Shrikhand, also known as Amrakhand, is a delightful Indian dessert made from thickened yogurt, mango puree, and spices. It’s creamy, rich, and has a wonderful balance of tangy and sweet flavors.
Key Points About Mango Shrikhand:
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Ingredients: Typically includes hung yogurt (chakka), fresh mango puree, sugar, and cardamom powder. Saffron and nuts are optional but add a wonderful depth of flavor and texture.
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Preparation: The yogurt is strained to remove excess whey, creating a thick, creamy base. This is then mixed with mango puree, sugar, and spices.
Here’s a simple recipe to try:
Ingredients:
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2 cups plain Greek yogurt (hung yogurt or chakka)
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1 cup mango puree (from 2 ripe mangoes)
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1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
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1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
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A few saffron strands soaked in a tablespoon of warm milk
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Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds) for garnish
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Fresh mango pieces for garnish
Instructions:
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Strain the Greek yogurt in a muslin cloth or fine sieve for a few hours to remove excess water and get thick yogurt (chakka).
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Blend the mango pulp until smooth to make the puree.
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In a bowl, combine the thick yogurt, mango puree, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in the saffron milk for extra flavor and color.
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Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to blend and the Amrakhand to thicken.
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Spoon the chilled Amrakhand into serving bowls. Garnish with chopped nuts and fresh mango pieces.
More Mango Desserts
Mango Amrakhand
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (hung yogurt or chakka)
- 1 cup mango puree (from 2 ripe mangoes)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- A few saffron strands soaked in a tablespoon of warm milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds) for garnish
- Fresh mango pieces for garnish
Instructions
- Strain the Greek yogurt in a muslin cloth or fine sieve for a few hours to remove excess water and get thick yogurt (chakka)
- Blend the mango pulp until smooth to make the puree.
- In a bowl, combine the thick yogurt, mango puree, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the saffron milk for extra flavor and color
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to blend and the Amrakhand to thicken
- Spoon the chilled Amrakhand into serving bowls. Garnish with chopped nuts and fresh mango pieces.