This Red Dragon Fruit kalakand is a healthy version with the goodness of paneer and the fruit. Garnish as desired with chopped nuts and enjoy them chilled or at room temperature. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this exotic sweet and surprise your loved ones with this yummy and an unique dessert.
Kalakand is a traditional and a very popular Indian dessert that is generally served during festivals and special occasions. It is grainy in texture and a very simple recipe with very few ingredients. It is very easy to prepare and takes very little time to dish out.
Red Dragon Fruit, on the other hand, is a tropical fruit rich in fibre and antioxidants, but low in calories. It is mildly sweet in taste and has many nutritional benefits. The outer part of this fruit almost resembles a dragon, hence the name.
This Kalakand is visually very attractive with its vibrant dark pink / red colour. Adjust the ghee and sweetness according to your preference. You can add jaggery or brown sugar instead, for a healthier version.
- 200 gms. paneer, crumbled
- 1 tbsp. ghee
- 1 Red Dragon fruit, pureed
- 2 tbsp. milk powder
- 2-3 tbsp. sugar or to taste
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp. rose water
- 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
- 1-2 tbsp. pistachios & almonds, chopped
Transfer to a greased plate and garnish with the chopped nuts. Allow it to cool and refrigerate for some time till it sets.
Cut into desired shapes and enjoy as and when desired. Great for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert.
In a non-stick pan, add the Red Dragon Fruit puree.
Simmer on a low flame till all the moisture has evaporated.
Add all the ingredients (except chopped nuts).
Mix everything well & keep stirring continuously on a low flame....
....till the mixture starts to come together in a dough form & leave the sides of the pan.
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