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Saffron Quick Basundi
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱10 minsPrep Time
🔥40 minsCook Time
⏰50 minsTotal Time
👥4Serves
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Milk reduced until thick and creamy, finished with saffron, cardamom and nuts — basundi for festive thalis in small cups.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Simmer milk stirring often until reduced by about half.
2
Add sugar and saffron; thicken further.
3
Finish cardamom and nuts; chill.
Nutrition per serving
260kcal
Protein9g
Carbohydrates28g
Fat12g
Fibre0g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Festive milk dessert — keep cups small. Homemade skips excess thickeners.
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Pro Tips
- →Heavy bottom pan.
- →Stir to prevent scorch.
- →Chill to thicken more.
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Variations
- 1Quick condensed milk assist.
- 2Rose water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Basundi is usually smoother; rabri has more malai layers.
Yes — tastes better chilled.
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