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. 

Muskmelon Pudding

 

          This is a super easy and a yummy fuss-free dessert, where very few ingredients goes into dishing out this amazing pudding. I flavored it with cardamom powder and saffron. It makes for a perfect summer treat. Be sure to have them chilled and serve along with chopped muskmelon and chopped nuts. So check out my version of this yummy Pudding prepared with muskmelon, condensed milk and corn flour. It tastes simply awesome and mouth watering. 

          

            This amazing and healthy concoction can be relished as an after meal dessert or anytime you wish to enjoy this comforting dessert. 

             It is a perfect party recipe and can also be served during festive or any special occasions. 

             I simply love to dig into this light and melt-in-the-mouth chilled summer treat. Make in large batches to be devoured as and when you feel like. 

• 1 cup chopped muskmelon
• 1/4 cup condensed milk
• 1/4 cup corn flour
• pinch of saffron soaked in 1 tbsp. water
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1/2 cup water
• 2-3 tbsp. ghee
• 1 tbsp. chopped nuts
• few chopped muskmelon & chopped nuts to garnish

          Blend the chopped muskmelon, condensed milk, corn flour and water into a smooth batter like consistency. 

          Transfer the contents to a pan. Add the saffron water, cardamom powder and the chopped nuts. Simmer on a low flame by stirring continuously. 

          Add a tsp. of ghee at intervals and cook till the pudding leaves the sides of the pan. 

          Transfer to a greased plate / bowl and set aside to cool down. Then refrigerate for an hour. 

          Then cut into slices and garnish with chopped muskmelon and nuts. 

          Enjoy this amazing chilled pudding as an after-meal dessert or as and when desired. 

Muskmelon Kulfi

 

            Kulfi is an equivalent to Indian Ice cream which is basically a frozen dessert prepared with milk and other flavoring agents. They are just perfect during summer or as an after-meal dessert. Today let me share a kulfi recipe made of Muskmelon. It turned out absolutely yummy with a creamy texture. 

             So serve this chilled dessert and bring a smile among your loved ones. Besides beating the summer heat, make any occasion memorable with this yummy Muskmelon kulfi. You may add some chopped nuts to the kulfi mix while simmering. To make this absolutely easy dessert, check out the step by step pictorial recipe to dish out this amazingly perfect summer treat. 

• 1 cup Muskmelon puree
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup condensed milk
• 1 tbsp. corn flour mixed with 1/4 cup water
• pinch of saffron soaked in 1 tbsp. milk
• few small cubes of muskmelon, chopped pistachios and dry rose petals to garnish

          Transfer the muskmelon puree to a pan and simmer on a low flame till it is reduced to half. Keep aside for 5 minutes for it to cool slightly.

          Bring it back on the fire and add the evaporated milk and combine well. Then add the condensed milk, the corn flour slurry and saffron milk one after the other. 

          Mix everything well and continue to simmer till it turns thick. 

           Pour into silicone molds and freeze for 4-5 hours or till completely set. Enjoy garnished with chopped muskmelon pieces, chopped pistachios and dry rose petals.

Transfer the muskmelon puree to a pan & simmer on a low flame till it is reduced to half. Keep aside for 5 minutes for it to cool slightly.

       Bring it back on the fire & add the evaporated milk & combine well. 

                      Then add the condensed milk, 

                       the corn flour slurry 

                       and saffron milk one after the other. 

    

Mix everything well & simmer till it turns thick. 

       Pour into silicone moulds and freeze for 4-5 hours or till completely set. 

Garnish with chopped muskmelon pieces, chopped pistachios & dry rose petals.