Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba

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Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 peach halves in syrup , canned
4 slices bread
3/4 cup milk ( I use Virtually fat-free to make it guilt-free )
3/4 tablespoon cornflour ( mixed in 3-4 tbsps . of milk )
1/4 cup Nestle sweetened condensed milk
ghee or oil , to fry
4 fresh mint leaves , washed , for garnishing
225 g raspberry jam or 225 g strawberry jam
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
521
Sugar
40g
Fat
13g
Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba is a popular Indian dessert that originated in the Mughlai cuisine. The name Shahi Tukre means royal pieces, and the dish is believed to have been created in the royal kitchens of the Mughal empire. It is made by frying sliced bread in ghee until golden and crispy and soaking it in milk syrup flavored with cardamom, saffron, and rose water. The dish is topped with fruits, such as peaches, mangoes, or grapes, and garnished with nuts and silver leaf. It is often served during festivals, weddings, and special occasions. This version of Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba adds a European twist to the dish by using raspberry jam and Melba sauce. It makes an elegant and sophisticated dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.Drain the syrup from the canned peaches and reserve 1/4 cup of it. Set the peaches aside.
2.In a pan, combine the reserved syrup, milk, and cornflour mixed with milk. Stir well.
3.Add sweetened condensed milk and cook on medium heat until the mixture thickens. Keep stirring to prevent lumps and sticking.
4.Take 4 bread slices and cut them from sides. Then, cut them in 2 pieces or diagonal, as per your preference.
5.In a frying pan, heat ghee or oil and shallow fry bread till golden brown.
6.Arrange fried bread slices in a single layer on a plate.
7.Spoon the cooked milk mixture over the bread, making sure all the slices are covered.
8.Keep the peach halves on top of the milk mixture.
9.In another pan, heat jam and 1/2 cup water. Bring it to a boil and let it cook till the mixture thickens.
10.Spoon the cooked jam mixture over the peach halves.
11.Melt sugar in 1/2 cup water and pour it over the jam mixture.
12.Garnish with a mint leaf and serve chilled.

PROS

Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba is a delicious, traditional Indian dessert that is easy and quick to prepare.
The combination of bread, milk, peaches, and jam is a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
It is perfect for breakfast or an after-dinner dessert.

CONS

Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba can be high in sugar and calories due to the use of sweetened condensed milk and jam.
People with lactose intolerance or wheat allergy cannot enjoy this dish.
It is not suitable for people on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shahi Tukre With Peaches and Melba has a lot of health benefits, including an excellent source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals. The bread is a good source of dietary fiber, regulates blood sugar and bowel movements. Peaches are rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, and fiber that support healthy digestion, immunity, skin, eyes, and heart. The raspberry jam has antioxidants that fight cancer and reduce inflammation. Mint leaves are good for digestion, fresh breath, and mood.

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