Muskmelon Kalakand

 

           Kalakand is a traditional and a very popular Indian dessert that is generally served during festivals and special occasions. It is prepared of crumbled paneer and is slightly grainy in texture. 

          So let me share this Muskmelon kalakand, which 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 yummy and an unique dessert and surprise your loved ones.

           Muskmelon, on the other hand, is a hydrating fruit that is composed of 90% water content. It has many nutritional benefits as it is low in calories, keeps our body hydrated, improves digestion, is good for the heart and helps in weight control. 

          This is a very simple recipe with very few ingredients and takes very little time to dish out. You can set the kalakand in molds or on a greased plate and cut into desired shapes and sizes. 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 cup muskmelon, pureed
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar or to taste 
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder 
• 1 tbsp. pistachios, chopped
• few saffron strands

      

          In a pan, add the muskmelon puree and simmer on a low flame till all the moisture has evaporated. 

          Add the crumbled paneer, sugar, ghee and cardamom powder. Mix everything well. 

         Now add the milk and keep stirring continuously on a low flame till the mixture starts to come together in a dough form & leaves the sides of the pan. 

          Transfer to any mold. Allow it to cool down and refrigerate for some time till it sets.  

          Enjoy as and when desired. Great for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert. 

                       In a pan, add the muskmelon puree.

        Simmer on a low flame till all the moisture has evaporated. 

Add the crumbled paneer, sugar, ghee & cardamom powder. Mix well.

         

                       Now add the milk.

                   Keep stirring continuously on a low flame......

......till the mixture starts to come together in a dough form & leaves the sides of the pan. 

Transfer to any mold. Allow it to cool down & refrigerate for some time till it sets.  

Enjoy as & when desired. Great for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert. 

Horse Gram & Basil Seeds Burfi

 

           Burfi is one of the most common and popular Indian sweets. It is mandatory in all Indian festivals, ceremonies or any auspicious occasions. So want to surprise your loved ones with a really unique Burfi recipe?

         So here is an easy Burfi recipe prepared with Horse Gram Lentil. They come out real yummy and takes very little time to dish out. The recipe is very simple with very few ingredients, but the end product is just amazing. 

        

            Adjust the ghee and sweetness according to your preference. I have added jaggery powder. However, you may use brown sugar if preferred. Enjoy these amazing Burfis at room temperature or chilled. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this yummy guilt free dessert.  

            Horse Gram Lentil (Kulthi / Kollu / Ulavalu) is not too familiar and the name itself may not sound appealing to the ears. But this humble lentil contains an amazing number of nutritional benefits. 

             It is a rich source of protein, calcium, iron, fibre and is also low in fat, relieves constipation, is diabetic and heart friendly too. It can also be sprouted and made into salads and soups.

• 1/2 cup Horse Gram, washed well & rinsed
• 3 tbsp. ghee
• 1/3 cup jaggery powder
• 1/4 cup milk powder
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1/4 cup soaked basil (sabja) seeds 
• 1 tsp. rose water
• 3-4 tbsp. chopped almonds & pistachios
• few dry rose petals

          Soak the Horse Gram overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours. Then blend it into a smooth paste in the mixer jar. 

          Heat 2 tbsp. ghee in a pan and add the ground Horse gram and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes on a low flame.

         Then add the milk powder, cardamom powder, basil seeds, jaggery powder and half of the chopped nuts.

          Mix everything well and continue to cook by stirring continuously till the mix starts to thicken. 

          Now add remaining ghee and rose water. Give it a mix and cook further for 1-2 minutes till it leaves the sides of the pan.

          When done, transfer to a greased plate and garnish with the remaining nuts and dry rose petals. Bring it to room temperature before refrigerating for an hour. 

         Cut as desired and serve this healthy and amazing burfi, either at room temperature or chilled to your loved ones this Diwali festival.

              Soak the Horse Gram overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours. 

                     Then blend it into a smooth paste in the mixer jar. 

                    Heat 2 tbsp. ghee in a pan.

Add the ground Horse gram & mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes on a low flame. 

Then add the milk powder, cardamom powder, soaked basil seeds jaggery powder & half of the chopped nuts. Mix everything well & continue to cook by stirring continuously till the mix starts to thicken.

                       Now add the remaining ghee & rose water. 

      Give it a mix & cook for 1-2 minutes till it leaves the side of the pan. 

                     When done, transfer to a greased plate.

Garnish with the remaining nuts && dry rose petals. Bring it to room temperature before refrigerating for an hour. Cut as desired.

Serve this healthy & amazing burfi, either at room temperature or chilled to your loved ones this Diwali festival.

Red Dragon Fruit Kalakand

 

           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 color. 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

           In a non-stick pan, add the Red Dragon Fruit puree and 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 & leaves the sides of the pan. 

          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. 

Transfer it to a greased plate & garnish with chopped nuts. Allow it to cool & then refrigerate till it sets. Then cut into desired shapes. 

              Enjoy as and when desired.

        Great for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert. 

Red Dragon Fruit Burfi

 

          Burfi is one of the most common and popular Indian sweets. It is a must in all Indian festivals, ceremonies or any auspicious occasions. So want to surprise your loved ones with a really unique Burfi recipe?

         So here is an easy and instant Burfi recipe prepared with Red Dragon Fruit. They come out real yummy and takes very little time to dish out. The recipe is very simple with very few ingredients, but the end product is just amazing.

         These Burfis are 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. 

          This Fruit, typically 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. 

          Red Dragon Fruit Burfi is a great party recipe, apt for special occasions or as a festive dessert. Enjoy these amazing Burfis at room temperature or chilled. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this yummy dessert.  

• 1 red dragon fruit, pureed
• 2 tbsp. ghee
• 1/2 cup semolina
• 1/4 cup jaggery powder
• 1/4 cup milk powder
• 1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1-2 tbsp. chopped almond & pistachios

          Heat 1 tbsp. ghee in a pan and add the semolina. Roast on a low flame for 2-3 minutes or till light golden in colour. 

          Add the pureed dragon fruit, cardamom powder and jaggery powder. Mix  everything well and keep stirring on a low flame till all the moisture has been absorbed. 

          Now add the milk and cook till almost dry, but moist. Then add the milk powder, followed by the remaining ghee. Continue to cook till everything comes together like a dough. 

          Switch off the flame and transfer the contents to a greased plate. Garnish with chopped almonds and pistachios. Allow it to cool and then refrigerate for some time till it is nicely set. 

          Cut as desired and enjoy them at room temperature or chilled. It is ideal for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert. 

                     Heat 1 tbsp. ghee in a pan.

Add the semolina & roast on a low flame for 2-3 minutes or till light golden in colour. 

Add the pureed dragon fruit, cardamom powder & jaggery powder. Mix everything well & keep stirring on a low flame till all the moisture has been absorbed. 

               Now add the milk and cook till almost dry, but moist.

                     Then add the milk powder, 

                     followed by the remaining ghee. 

     Continue to cook till everything comes together like a dough. 

Transfer the contents to a greased plate. Garnish with chopped almonds and pistachios. Allow it to cool & then refrigerate for some time till it is nicely set. 

Cut as desired & enjoy them at room temperature or chilled. It is ideal for any festive occasion or as an after meal dessert.