Indian · dessert
Kulfi
Kulfi reads richness 6.4, sweetness 6.3 and nutty 5.7 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Indian dessert, about 1 hr. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 1.9 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 6.5 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.7 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 2.1 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 8.1 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 3.9 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Richness 6.4 · Sweetness 6.3 · Nutty 5.7 · Floral 3.5 · Herbaceous 3.2 · Warm Spice 2.9 · Earthy 1.9 · Umami 1.8 · Bitterness 1.2 · Salinity 1.0 · Citrus 0.7 · Fruity 0.6
What's in it (8)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- a pinch of saffron
- 2 tbsp pistachios, chopped
- 2 tbsp almonds, slivered
- 1 tsp rose water
Time & effort: about 1 hr (15 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 368.1 kcal, 25.3 g protein, 10.9 g fat, 42.9 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Reduce whole milk on low heat, stirring often, until thickened to about half.
- Remove from heat and mix in condensed milk, cream, cardamom, saffron, and nuts.
- Pour into kulfi molds and freeze for at least six hours until firm.
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