Perfect Bengali Mishti Doi Sweet Yogurt Recipe

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lighter and suitable for lactose intolerance.

Boil milk in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it reduces by half.

Stir in sugar until completely dissolved, then remove from heat.

Add cardamom and saffron, stirring well to combine.

Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Mix in yogurt until fully incorporated.

Pour the mixture into earthen pots or bowls.

Cover with a cloth and keep in a warm place to set for 6-8 hours.

Once set, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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