Low Fat Shrikhand
Indulge in the creamy delight of Low Fat Shrikhand, a guilt-free twist on the classic Indian dessert that’s as flavorful as it is wholesome. This recipe swaps traditional full-fat yogurt for rich and silky low-fat Greek yogurt, delivering the signature thick texture while keeping it light and healthy. Infused with aromatic saffron, warming cardamom, and a hint of rose water, every bite is a fragrant journey. Topped with crunchy slivers of pistachios and almonds, this no-cook dessert is effortlessly prepared in just 15 minutes (plus chilling time) and serves as a refreshing finish to any meal. Perfect for dessert enthusiasts seeking healthier options, this Low Fat Shrikhand is equally irresistible served as a cooling side to spicy dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 50 grams Powdered sugar or sugar substitute
- 2 tablespoons Warm milk
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Almonds, slivered
- 1 teaspoon Rose water (optional)
Instructions
Begin by placing a muslin cloth or a clean kitchen towel over a large bowl.
Spoon the low-fat Greek yogurt onto the cloth and gather the edges together to form a pouch.
Tie the cloth securely and hang it over the sink or place it over the bowl, allowing the excess whey to drain for at least 2-3 hours or until the yogurt is thick and creamy.
Meanwhile, dissolve the saffron strands in the warm milk, allowing it to steep for a few minutes until the milk takes on a rich yellow color.
Once the yogurt has been drained, transfer it into a mixing bowl.
Add the powdered sugar or sugar substitute to the thickened yogurt and mix well until smooth and creamy.
Pour in the saffron-infused milk, ground cardamom, and rose water (if using), and mix until everything is well incorporated.
Taste and adjust sweetness, if necessary, by adding more powdered sugar or sugar substitute.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, garnish the shrikhand with chopped pistachios and slivered almonds.
Serve chilled as a dessert or a refreshing accompaniment to a spicy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1014 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
