Ras Malie
Discover the rich, indulgent flavors of Ras Malie, a classic Indian dessert featuring soft and spongy paneer discs soaked in a fragrant, creamy saffron-infused milk syrup. This delightful treat is made by curdling full-fat milk to create fresh paneer, which is skillfully shaped and cooked in a light sugar syrup before being bathed in reduced milk enhanced with cardamom, saffron, and a hint of sweetness. Topped with crunchy pistachios and almonds, Ras Malie embodies a harmonious blend of textures and aromatic spices. Perfect for festive celebrations or as an elegant after-dinner dessert, this dish is best served chilled or warm and is sure to impress with its luxurious taste and melt-in-your-mouth consistency.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 liters Full-fat milk
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (or white vinegar)
- 1.5 cups Sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 10 strands Saffron strands (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
Instructions
In a large pot, bring 1 liter of milk to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low.
Add lemon juice or white vinegar gradually while stirring gently until the milk curdles and the whey separates.
Strain the curdled milk using a muslin cloth or fine sieve. Rinse the solids (paneer) with cold water to remove any residual acidity, then hang the muslin cloth for 20-30 minutes to allow excess water to drain completely.
Knead the paneer for 8-10 minutes until it becomes soft and smooth. Divide into small, equal-sized balls and gently flatten each into a disc shape.
In a wide pan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 cup of sugar to a boil. Add the paneer discs carefully and cover with a lid. Cook for 15 minutes on medium heat, during which they will expand in size. Remove from the syrup and let cool.
In a separate pot, bring the remaining 1 liter of milk to a boil, then simmer on low heat until it reduces to about 3/4 of its original volume. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the milk. Mix well and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Gently add the paneer discs to the thickened milk and let them soak for at least 1 hour (the longer, the better, to absorb flavors).
Garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds before serving, either warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 818 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 416.0 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 403.0 g | ||
| Protein | 83.3 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.7 mcg | 113% | |
| Calcium | 2748 mg | 211% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 3771 mg | 80% | |
*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.
