Roshogolla in date palm jaggery syrup

Roshogolla in date palm jaggery syrup

Roshogolla is a delicious soft and spongy Indian sweet made from fresh curd cheese (chhena) and soaked in a sweet syrup. When made with date palm jaggery syrup, it adds a unique flavor and depth to the traditional recipe. The rich, caramel-like taste of date palm jaggery complements the sweetness of the syrup, creating a delightful twist on this classic dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian, Bangladeshi, Indian
Calories: 156

Ingredients
  

  • 1 liter full-fat milk
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup date palm jaggery (grated)
  • 4 cups water
  • Cardamom pods (optional, for flavor)

Method
 

  1. Start by making the chhena (curd cheese) for the Roshogolla. Heat the milk in a heavy-bottomed pan and bring it to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat and add lemon juice gradually until the milk curdles. Stir gently until the whey separates from the curd.
  2. Strain the curdled milk using a muslin cloth or cheesecloth. Rinse the chhena under cold water to remove any lemony flavor.
  3. Gather the cloth and squeeze out excess water from the chhena. Knead the chhena until it becomes smooth and soft. Divide it into small equal-sized balls and set aside.
  4. In a separate pot, combine the water, grated date palm jaggery, and cardamom pods (if using). Bring to a boil and let the jaggery dissolve completely to form a syrup.
  5. Carefully drop the chhena balls into the boiling syrup. Cover and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes on medium heat. The balls will expand in size as they cook.
  6. Once the Roshogollas are cooked, let them cool down in the syrup. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
  7. Serve the Roshogolla in date palm jaggery syrup chilled, garnished with some crushed pistachios or saffron strands for an extra touch of elegance.
  8. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 394mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 418IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 325mgIron: 0.01mg

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