Red Dragon Fruit Sandesh

 

               Sandesh is a very popular Bengali sweet that is made of homemade chenna (cottage cheese). However, I made these yummy Sandesh with store bought Paneer which turned out great. They are either baked, steamed or gently cooked in a non-stick pan till thick. This is the latter version. It is then formed into desired shapes. 

              

           These days Sandesh can be found in various flavors. So try out this vibrant and appealing Dragon Fruit Sandesh, where the paneer is combined with the fruit puree to make this delicious and appealing Sandesh. Molds can be used for shaping it or made into round or oblong balls. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this regional dessert.

• 1 Red Dragon Fruit, pureed
• 1 tsp. ghee
• 200 gms. paneer, mashed
• 1/3 cup milk powder
• 1-2 tbsp. castor sugar
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder

          Blend the paneer in the mixer grinder or knead it well with your hands till smooth and soft. Transfer to a non-stick pan and add rest of the ingredients. 

          Mix everything well and keep stirring continuously on a low flame till the moisture dries up and it becomes thick. Transfer to a plate and let it cool down slightly. Then mash again.

          Take a small portion and form into equal size balls. Make a dent in the center and garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds. 

          You can give any shape of your choice. You can also use a mold here. Make similar Sandesh following the same method. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as an after-meal dessert or as a festive dessert.

Blend the paneer or knead it well with your hands till smooth & soft. Transfer to a non-stick pan & add rest of the ingredients. 

Mix everything well & keep stirring continuously on a low flame till the moisture dries up & it becomes thick.

  Transfer to a plate & let it cool down slightly. Then mash again.

Take a small portion & form into equal size balls. Make a dent in the center and garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds. 

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as an after-meal dessert or as a festive dessert.