- Can I use salted pistachios?
- No, only unsalted, natural pistachios are suitable for sweets.
Pistachio Rasgulla
Green pistachio and white curd balls make a stunning pair not just in taste but visually too. This version often appears on festive tables, as pistachio is a symbol of abundance and wealth in Indian culture.
Ingredients
500
g
Fresh homemade curd (paneer)
200
g
Sugar
1
tbsp
Flour
1
litre
Water
1
tbsp
Rose water
50
g
Natural pistachios (roughly chopped)
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Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Wide pot
- Chopper or knife
Allergen Information
Milk
Cereals containing gluten
Nuts
Instructions
1
✓
Knead the curd until completely smooth, then mix in the flour.
Tip: Hand warmth helps melt the fat, holding the dough together.
2
✓
Make sugar syrup from the water and sugar, bring to a boil.
Tip: Do not thicken the syrup (it shouldn't be 'stringy'); keep it thin like water.
3
✓
Cook the shaped balls in the syrup under a lid for 20 minutes.
Tip: The ball is ready when it sinks slightly in the syrup and doesn't float like a cork.
4
✓
Let cool, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.
Tip: The bright green colour of the pistachio remains better if you don't cook it in, only adding it at the end.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 500 g Fresh homemade curd (paneer)
- 200 g Sugar
- 1 tbsp Flour
- 1 litre Water
- 1 tbsp Rose water
- 50 g Natural pistachios (roughly chopped)