Amrakhand Recipe (Mango Shrikhand)
Mango Shrikhand is a popular Indian dessert made from strained yogurt (known as hung curd or chakka) blended with ripe mango puree, sugar, and flavoured with cardamom and saffron.
Ingredients
- Curd or yogurt made from half a liter of milk.
- 2 Medium-sized ripe mangoes Chopped
- 4 Cardamom pods Crushed
- A pinch of saffron strands
- 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust to taste
Garnishing
- Cashews for garnishing
- Raisins for garnishing
- Saffron for garnishing
Instructions
- Start by making hung curd: Tie the curd or yogurt in a muslin or cheesecloth and hang it for 3-4 hours to drain excess whey.
- Meanwhile, peel and chop the mangoes, then blend them into a smooth puree.
- In a blender, combine the thick hung curd with crushed cardamom, saffron, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar.
- Pour the mixture into individual serving bowls.
- Add mango puree.
- Garnish with cashews, raisins, and saffron strands for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal.
- Chill the Amrakhand before serving.
- Serve cold and enjoy this deliciously creamy and fruity dessert on the auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa!
Notes
- For best results, use Alphonso mangoes.
- Adjust the thickness of the mixture by adding milk as needed.