Almond is packed with nutrients.Almonds are rich source of vitamin E,protein,Vitamin B,essential minerals and monounsaturated fat,one of the two fats which potentially may lower LDL cholesterol(Source:Wikipedia).
There is no story behind the making of Badam milk.I was thirsty and wanted to have some rich,creamy shake and thus sprouted the idea of Madam Badam milk :) Do try them and Enjoy your Summer!!
SCRIBBLED NOTES:
There is no story behind the making of Badam milk.I was thirsty and wanted to have some rich,creamy shake and thus sprouted the idea of Madam Badam milk :) Do try them and Enjoy your Summer!!
Serves : 2 small cups
INGREDIENTS:
For Garnishing:
- Almonds/Badam - 25
- Saffron strands/Kesar - 7 strands
- Cardamon - 2(crushed)
- Milk - 2 cups +2 Tbsp + 1 Tbsp
- Sugar - 1 1/2 to 2 tsp(adjust as per taste)
- Rose essence - 2 drops
- Condensed Milk - 2 Tbsp
For Garnishing:
Sliced Cashewnuts /Pistachios/Badams
Saffron strands
METHOD:
- Soak Almonds in hot water for an hour.Remove the skin and grind them to a smooth paste with 2 Tbsp milk.
- Soak saffron in a Tbsp of warm milk.
- Heat 2 cups of milk in a pan,let the milk boil for a few minutes till it becomes slightly thick,then add the condensed milk,almond paste and keep stirring them in medium flame till the paste blends well.
- Add the soaked saffron milk,cardamon powder,sugar and stir again for 3 minutes.
- Add the rose essence,give it a stir and switch off the stove.
- Garnish with sliced cashews,pistachios,badams,saffron strands and serve hot.
- Refrigerate for a few hours if you want to serve it cold.Enjoy!!
SCRIBBLED NOTES:
- Serving with malai or cream of milk formed makes it more richer
- Adjust sugar as per your taste
- Adding rose essence and condensed milk is optional,but it enhances the taste .
- Badam Milk thickens by time
- In some shops,they add Almond essence
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