Masala Milk | Masala Doodh
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Masala Milk | Masala Doodh
Description
The Masala Milk recipe combines dairy with a carefully prepared masala powder made from almonds, cashews, pistachios, saffron, green cardamom, and cloves. The nuts are ground to a semi-coarse texture so some pieces remain visible, enhancing the drink's texture. The milk is gently heated and brought to a boil while stirring to prevent scorching before adding the masala powder and freshly grated nutmeg. Sugar is then incorporated to taste. The inclusion of nutmeg and saffron enriches the flavor and color, making the milk aromatic and warm.
The drink is typically served warm and can be garnished with sliced nuts or dry fruits to enhance its texture and appearance. It balances creamy milk with the sweet and spicy notes of the nut and spice powder. This beverage is often enjoyed as a comforting treat, especially in evenings or during cooler weather.
While nuts like almonds and pistachios form the base of the spice mix, other nuts can be included except for fruits like dates or raisins, as their sugars may curdle the milk. Adjusting the amount of sugar allows for a sweeter or milder finish according to preference. The ground masala can also be adjusted to a finer powder when preparing for young children to avoid chunkiness.
Ingredients
For masala powder
- 10 almonds - unsalted
- 10 cashews - unsalted
- 15 pistachio unsalted
- 10 to 12 saffron strands
- 4 green cardamom
- 2 cloves - optional
Other ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- 1 to 2 pinches nutmeg or nutmeg powder, grated
- 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar or add as required
Instructions
Making masala powder
- Take almonds, cashews, pistachios in a dry mixer or dry grinder or coffee grinder. You can rinse the nuts with water if you prefer.
- Add saffron strands, seeds from the green cardamoms and cloves (optional). Cloves can be skipped.
- Grind to a semi coarse powder. A few pieces of nuts will be visible. If making for toddlers, then grind the dry fruits to a fine powder. Set aside.
Boiling milk
- Take milk in a saucepan.
- Keep the pan on stovetop and on a low to medium heat.
- Occasionally stir the milk when it is getting heated, so that it does not burn from the bottom.
- Bring the milk to a boil. Take care when the milk begins to boil, so that it does not spill from the pan. Stir or reduce the flame to avoid the milk from spilling out.
Making masala milk
- When the milk comes to a boil, then add the ground masala milk powder.
- Directly grate about 1 to 2 pinches of nutmeg powder in the milk. Avoid adding too much nutmeg.
- Next add sugar. Add sugar as per your taste requirements. So sugar can be easily added less or more.
- Stir and mix so that the sugar dissolves.
- Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes more after adding sugar. Stir occasionally.
- Serve masala milk hot or warm. You can also chill masala doodh and serve later.
Notes
- Masala powder can be adjusted in texture; finer grinding works better for toddlers.
- Garnish with sliced nuts or dry fruits during serving for added texture.
- Avoid adding dried fruits like dates or raisins to prevent curdling of milk.
- Sweetness can be varied by adjusting the amount of sugar added.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 513mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 410IU | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.2mg | |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.4mg | |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 3µg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | |
| Vitamin K | 3µg | |
| Calcium | 330mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 6µg | |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 66mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 322mg | |
| Zinc | 2mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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