Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets of crafting the exquisite Nolen Gurer Sandesh—a sweet symphony of flavors that captures the essence of Bengali indulgence. This divine delight combines the richness of full-fat milk, the tanginess of lemon juice, the sweetness of date palm jaggery, and the crunch of pistachios. Get ready to immerse yourself in the art of creating this heavenly treat that will leave your taste buds singing with joy.
Ingredients:
Full-Fat Milk: 2 Liters
Lemon Juice: 2 Tbsp.
Healthyfly Nolen Gur: 8 Tbsp. (grated)
Pistachios: 12-14
Healthyfly Gawa Ghee: 1 Tsp.
Cooking Process:
1. Curdling the Milk and Making Chana:
- Mix lemon juice with ½ cup of lukewarm water.
- Bring the milk to a boil in a deep-bottomed vessel for 7-8 minutes over medium flame.
- Turn off the flame and mix the lemon water with the milk, stirring with a spatula.
- Allow the milk to separate into chana (cottage cheese) and water. Cover and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Strain the water from the chana without washing it.
- Wrap the chana in a muslin cloth, place it flat, and apply weight for 10 minutes to remove excess water.
- Knead the chana for 7-8 minutes until smooth.
- Add grated date palm jaggery to the kneaded chana, knead again, and cook on low flame for 8-9 minutes.
- Stir until the mixture leaves the edges of the pan.
- Allow the Sandesh mixture to rest for 5 minutes.
2. Shaping the Sandesh:
- Divide the mixture into 16-20 parts.
- Rub a little ghee on the sandesh molds, shape the sandesh, and place it in the mold.
- Top each mold with chopped pistachios.
- Carefully remove the delicate Nolen Gurer Sandesh from the mold or shape it into a ball if molds are not available.
- Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for 2-3 days in an airtight container.
You are ready to discover the enchantment of Nolen Gurer Sandesh—a beautiful fusion of history and modernity that will satisfy your sweet tooth. This Bengali dish is sure to wow dessert enthusiasts with its symphony of flavors and textures, whether it is served cold or room temperature.
Category: Sweet Cuisine: Bengali Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins
