Rose-Flavored Golden Almond Milk (Badam Doodh)
Description
Badam Kheer is a simple yet delightful Indian recipe, and this Rose-Flavored Golden Almond Milk (Badam Doodh) adds a fragrant twist to it. This creamy, nut-filled drink is perfect as a morning or evening beverage and is especially beneficial for kids looking to gain weight. With the goodness of almonds, cardamom, and turmeric, this rich drink can be a part of a healthy, high-protein vegetarian breakfast.
Cuisine: Indian
Course: Indian Breakfast
Diet: High-Protein, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 Cardamom Pods (crushed or pounded)
- 20 Whole Almonds (soaked) + 4 more for garnish
- 1 pinch Turmeric powder (Haldi)
- 1 teaspoon Rose water
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 2
Instructions
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Soak the Almonds: Begin by soaking the almonds in hot water for 10 minutes. Peel off the skins and add the almonds to a blender.
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Make Almond Paste: Add a teaspoon of milk to the blender and blend the almonds into a smooth or coarse paste, depending on your preference.
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Boil the Milk: In a saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Once it begins to boil, add the crushed cardamom and sugar. Stir well and let the milk simmer on low flame, allowing it to reduce slightly. Stir continuously to prevent burning.
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Add Almond Paste: Add the almond paste to the boiling milk, mixing well. Let it cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add Turmeric and Rose Water: Once the almond paste is well incorporated, add the turmeric powder and stir. Remove the saucepan from the flame and let the milk cool for a moment. Then add rose water and stir to combine.
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Serve and Garnish: Pour the milk into serving glasses and garnish with chopped almonds.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Rose-Flavored Golden Almond Milk with fresh fruits and a Spicy Potato Chutney Sandwich for a complete, nourishing breakfast.
Enjoy this fragrant, creamy, and healthy drink, packed with the goodness of almonds and a touch of rose!
