Pedas from Mathura

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 13

Delicious Pedas from Mathura recipe for a sweet Indian treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

15-20

Calories

150

Sugar

15g

Fat

Pedas from Mathura are a popular sweet treat from the city of Mathura in northern India. They are typically made using khoya (milk solids) and sugar and have a soft and creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Saffron and cardamom are added to give them a unique flavor. Pedas are commonly enjoyed during festivals and special occasions in India, and are often shared with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a large non-stick pan, crumble the khoya and cook it on medium heat until it starts to melt and turns slightly brown.
2.	Add the powdered sugar and mix well until it combines with the khoya. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
3.	In a separate pan, bring milk to a boil and add saffron, cardamom powder and rose essence. Stir well and add the milk mixture to the khoya mixture.
4.	Mix well and cook for 4-5 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth dough.
5.	Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for 5-7 minutes. Grease your hands with ghee and shape the mixture into small pedas.
6.	Garnish with chopped pistachios on top and serve.

PROS

Pedas from Mathura are a popular Indian sweet and are easy to make.
The recipe yields a good number of pedas, making it great for sharing.

The saffron and cardamom add a unique flavor to the pedas that is sure to impress your taste buds.

CONS

Pedas from Mathura are high in calories and sugar, so you should enjoy them in moderation.

Cooking the khoya on medium heat requires patience and constant stirring to prevent it from sticking to the pan.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cardamom used in this recipe has various health benefits such as aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.
However, Pedas from Mathura are not particularly healthy as they are high in calories and sugar.

	500 g milk solids ( khoya )
	225 g sugar ( powdered )
	250 ml milk
	1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
	1/2 g saffron
	1/4 cup pistachios , chopped
	3 -5 drops rose essence