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Modern Vegetarian Badam Delight

Indulge in a Creamy Almond Dessert Tango

4servings
35 min
Medium
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Vegetarian Badam Delight

About this recipe

Experience the luxurious fusion of almonds and milk with our updated Vegetarian Badam Delight. This creamy dessert is enriched with delicate cardamom and saffron aromas, bringing a touch of elegance to any celebration.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole almonds
  • 3 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • A pinch of saffron strands
  • 1 tablespoon ghee (or butter for a vegetarian option)

Directions

  1. 1

    Soak almonds in hot water for 2 hours, then drain and peel.

  2. 2

    Blend the almonds with a bit of milk to form a smooth paste.

  3. 3

    Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat, then add the almond paste.

  4. 4

    Cook while stirring for 2-3 minutes to enhance the paste's aroma.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining milk and sugar, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Incorporate the cardamom powder and saffron strands, mixing well.

  7. 7

    Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly before serving.

  8. 8

    Garnish with extra saffron strands if desired.

Chef's tip

Ensure the mixture doesn't stick to the pan by stirring constantly to prevent burning.

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