5 from 18 votes
Easy Shrikhand Recipe
Easy Shrikhand is a creamy, subtly sweet Indian yogurt dessert flavored with cardamom and saffron. This version uses well-strained yogurt or Greek yogurt mixed smoothly with powdered sugar, warm saffron milk, and aromatic spices to create a thick, luscious texture. Chilled and garnished with pistachios, it serves as a refreshing treat offering delicate flavors and a cooling finish.
Prep Time
10 mins
Straining Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
119 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 cup Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
- 6 tablespoon powdered sugar I used powdered sugar as it mixes easily.
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder optional, aka Elaichi
- 1/8 teaspoon saffron aka Kesar
- 1 tablespoon milk warm
- 1 tablespoon pistachio crushed or sliced, to garnish (optional
Instructions
Straining Yogurt (optional if using greek yogurt)
- Place a mesh strainer in a large bowl. Line a cheesecloth over the strainer. Pour the yogurt onto the cheesecloth, gather the corners of the cloth and tie into a bundle. Now you can either hang this cheesecloth or place a heavy weight on top of it.
- We want to leave space for the water to collect in the bowl. Leave it out (3-4 hours) or leave it overnight in the refrigerator. For greek yogurt, straining 3-4 hours is enough. If using plain yogurt, strain at least overnight or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Cup of Yum
Making Shrikhand
- Add saffron to warm milk and keep aside.
- Remove and empty the thickened yogurt in a large bowl. Whisk it well for 3-4 minutes to make it smooth.
- Add the sugar, cardamom and saffron soaked in milk. Mix for 3-5 minutes until combined and smooth without any lumps. Then add pistachios and fold them in.
- Chill for 1-2 hours before serving. Serve in bowls and optionally garnish with crushed pistachios and saffron strands.
Notes
- Use fresh homemade yogurt for traditional hung curd or plain Greek yogurt for instant preparation.
- Properly strain plain yogurt in the refrigerator for at least overnight to achieve thick texture and prevent souring.
- Chill the prepared shrikhand for 1-2 hours before serving to enhance flavor and consistency.
- Garnish with crushed pistachios for a textural contrast and garnish.
Nutrition Information
Calories
119kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
5mg
(2%)
Sodium
38mg
(2%)
Potassium
160mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Calcium
114mg
(11%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 119
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 119kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 38mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 160mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Calcium | 114mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.