Shahi Anjeer Tukde

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1

Shahi Anjeer Tukde: A Royal Dessert from India

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

35g

Fat

20g

Shahi Anjeer Tukde is a popular dessert in India that has a royal history. The dish was served to kings and queens as a delicacy in ancient times, and it has since become a staple dessert in Indian cuisine. The sweet and nutty taste of the figs and khoya, combined with the aromatic cardamom and saffron, makes this dessert a treat for the senses. It is usually served during festivals and special occasions, but it can also be enjoyed as a dessert after a meal.

Instructions

1.	Soak the dried figs in water for 30 minutes.
2.	Once the figs are soft, remove the water and place them in a blender.
3.	Add the chopped dried fruits and blend until you have a coarse mixture.
4.	Heat ghee in a pan and add the cardamom powder.
5.	Add the fig mixture to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
6.	Add the grated khoya and saffron strands and cook for another 5 minutes until the khoya is fully melted and the mixture has thickened.
7.	Remove from heat and let it cool down to room temperature before serving.

PROS

Shahi Anjeer Tukde is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Its sweet and nutty taste is sure to satisfy your cravings.

CONS

The high sugar content makes this dessert not suitable for people with diabetes or those who are watching their sugar intake.

It also has a high calorie and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Shahi Anjeer Tukde is not particularly healthy, it does contain dried figs which are a great source of fiber and essential minerals such as calcium and iron.
The dish may support the immune system and improve digestive health due to the figs.

	15 dried figs
	1/3 cup chopped dried fruits
	1 tablespoon ghee
	1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
	100 g khoya
	saffron strand