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Malai Kulfi

Cultural Context

Malai Kulfi, a traditional Indian frozen dessert, has its roots in the Mughal era, where it was enjoyed by royalty and commoners alike. This creamy treat, made from milk and flavored with cardamom and nuts, symbolizes the rich culinary heritage of South Asia. Today, it is a beloved summer indulgence, often found at street stalls and festive gatherings, with many modern variations incorporating fruits and unique flavors.

IndianPKdessert
480 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups full-fat milk
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup almonds
1 tablespoon rose water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with fewer calories.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: cashews

Walnuts provide healthy fats at a lower cost.

rose water

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: almond extract

Vanilla extract gives a pleasant aroma without the cost.

1

Boil full-fat milk in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat until it reduces by half, stirring occasionally.

2

Add sugar and condensed milk to the reduced milk, stirring until fully dissolved.

3

In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and cardamom until smooth.

4

Combine the milk mixture with the cream mixture, stirring well to incorporate.

5

Add finely chopped pistachios and almonds, mixing evenly.

6

Stir in rose water for flavor.

7

Pour the mixture into kulfi molds or small cups.

8

Cover the molds with lids or plastic wrap.

9

Freeze for at least 6-8 hours, or until solid.

10

To serve, dip the molds in warm water for a few seconds to loosen the kulfi.

11

Invert the molds onto serving plates and gently pull out the kulfi.

12

Garnish with additional chopped nuts if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingfreezing

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Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

KulfiIndian Ice Cream

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