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Gudpak

Cultural Context

Gudpak is a traditional sweet originating from Nepal, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. It embodies the rich flavors of jaggery and ghee, symbolizing prosperity and celebration. Today, variations of Gudpak can be found in many South Asian households, adapting to local ingredients and preferences.

NepaleseNPdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
400 gm Khuwa (or ricotta cheese)
250 ml whole milk
1/2 cup of almonds
1/2 cup of cashews
1/2 cup of walnuts
1/2 cup of raisins
1/2 cup of dates
1/2 cup of coconut
1 tsp cardamom powder
1/3 cup of gud
2 medium sized pieces of chaku or jaggery
7-8 tablespoon of ghee
2 small pieces of rock sugar (mishri)

jaggery

🥗Healthier: raw honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Raw honey offers a natural sweetness with health benefits.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Seeds provide a similar crunch and are often less expensive.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Almond flour can be used for a different texture.

1

Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat until melted.

2

Add whole milk and gud, stirring until dissolved completely.

3

Incorporate Khuwa (or ricotta cheese), cardamom powder, and mixed nuts, cooking for a few minutes.

4

Stir in raisins, dates, and coconut, mixing until well combined.

5

Cook the mixture until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 10 minutes.

6

Add jaggery and rock sugar, mixing thoroughly.

7

Pour the mixture into a greased tray and spread evenly.

8

Allow to cool until set, then cut into squares.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstirringsetting

Equipment Needed

large panspatulatrayknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

GurhGurh Pak

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