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Shrikhand

Shrikhand (Quick Version)

54kcal
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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Total 15 minutes
This quick Shrikhand recipe uses Greek yogurt to recreate the rich, creamy texture of the traditional Indian dessert in minutes. Flavored with saffron and cardamom, it’s an easy yet elegant treat that delivers authentic taste with minimal effort.
Servings 4 servings
Course Dessert
Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 3 tbsp Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder
  • 2 tsp Almonds crushed
  • 2 tsp Pistachios crushed
  • 1 tbsp Sour Cream optional
  • Pinch Saffron

Method

Prepare the cardamom powder
  1. Crush green cardamom pods using a mortar and pestle. Remove and discard the skins.
    2. Freshly ground cardamom has a much stronger aroma than store-bought powder.
Soak the saffron
  1. Crush the saffron strands and soak them in 1 tablespoon of warm water.
    2. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes to fully release color and flavor.
Sweeten the yogurt
  1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and powdered sugar. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
    2. Use powdered sugar to avoid a grainy texture.
    To make a sugar-free version, sugar can be substituted with the equivalent quantity of Splenda (conversion chart) or Truvia (conversion chart).
Add flavorings
  1. Add the cardamom powder and saffron water to the yogurt mixture. Mix well until evenly incorporated.
    2. Add saffron gradually if you prefer a milder flavor.
Adjust tang (optional)
  1. Mix in sour cream if you prefer a slightly tangier Shrikhand. Taste and adjust based on your preference.
    2. If you've never had Shrikhand before, then I recommend leaving out the sour cream this time.
Chill before serving
  1. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
    2. Chilling significantly improves both flavor and consistency.
Garnish and serve
  1. Serve chilled, garnished with sliced or crushed almonds or pistachios.

Nutrition

Calories54kcalCarbohydrates8gProtein6gFat2gSaturated Fat0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat0.4gMonounsaturated Fat1gTrans Fat0.003gCholesterol4mgSodium19mgPotassium101mgFiber0.4gSugar2gVitamin A25IUVitamin C0.1mgCalcium65mgIron0.2mg

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