SHRIKHAND (SWEET STRAINED YOGURT)
Shrikhand is a creamy yogurt-based dessert from western India made simply by straining yogurt and sweetening it. The yogurt is traditionally strained by pressing it between newspaper (to soak up extra whey), but if you can find thick, full-fat Greek yogurt at the grocery store, then the process is even simpler: Hang it in a mesh strainer over a bowl for a day, and let the excess whey drip out. You can substitute slivered almonds for pistachios, if that's more your speed, or even skip the nuts altogether for a smooth shrikhand flavored only with sugar, cardamom and a celebratory sprinkle of saffron threads.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories custards and puddings, dessert
Time P1DT10m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put yogurt in a fine-mesh strainer suspended over a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge. Let excess whey strain for 24 hours.
- Transfer yogurt to a large mixing bowl, and gently stir in sugar, pistachios, saffron and cardamom. When they are combined, transfer mixture into a serving dish, using an offset spatula to smooth out the top. Evenly sprinkle reserved pistachios and pinch of saffron over the top, and chill for an hour before serving. Shrikhand will keep covered in the fridge for a few days (though the pistachios will soften).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 186, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 53 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams
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AliRaza Afzal
[email protected]This shrikhand is so easy to make. It's the perfect recipe for beginners.
Faheem Malik
[email protected]I love the saffron garnish. It adds a beautiful pop of color.
Braxton Randall
[email protected]This shrikhand is so rich and creamy. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Aunestie White
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cardamom, but it really works in this recipe.
Hasnain Qasim
[email protected]This shrikhand is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Hassan Ahmed
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover yogurt.
K.H. GAMER
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses natural ingredients. It's so much healthier than other shrikhand recipes.
Sylvano Savidaha
[email protected]This shrikhand is so versatile. I've used it as a dip, a spread, and even a frosting.
It's gm Chandio
[email protected]I've tried other shrikhand recipes before, but this one is by far the best.
tn_j_a_y_901
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Faizal Mutwalume
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but this shrikhand was so good that I ate it all up.
piwambe Rogers
[email protected]I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Helen Giles
[email protected]This is the best shrikhand I've ever had. The texture is so smooth and the flavor is divine.
Saeid
[email protected]I've never made shrikhand before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!
Xam Sentongo
[email protected]This shrikhand recipe was amazing! The yogurt was so thick and creamy, and the flavors were perfect. I loved the cardamom and saffron.