Mishti Doi or sweet yoghurt is one of the most famous Bengali sweets. It is traditionally, served in earthen pots that soak up the loose water and give it a rich sweet taste that’s hard to resist. To help you add a unique flavor to this festive season, we bring you the recipe of this Bengal delicacy that can be easily made at home
INGREDIENTS
1. 1000 ml full cream milk
2. 250 g sugar
3. 50 g thick curd (preferably homemade)
4. Chopped pistachios for garnishing
Procedure
1. Bring the milk to a boil and then keep on simmer on medium heat to cook and reduce.
2. Stir constantly to avoid burning at the base or sides.
3. Reduce 1/3 of the content.
4. Add sugar and cook further for 15 min till the colour changes to a golden brown hue.
5. Keep aside to cool till warm to touch.
6. Add the curd and mix well.
7. Keep it covered in a warm place without disturbing for 4-6 hours till it sets.
8. Garnish with pistachios and serve chilled.
9. Best consumed within 24 hours of setting.
