Indian
Indian - Desserts and Sweets
Classic Sandesh Bengali Sweet
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 1 litre full-fat milk
- • 2 tbsp lemon juice
- • 1/4 cup icing sugar
- • 1/4 tsp green cardamom powder
- • 1 tbsp pistachios, slivered
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Boil the milk, curdle it with the lemon juice mixed in a little water, and drain the chenna in muslin; rinse and hang for 30 minutes.
2
Phase 2
Knead the chenna on a flat surface with the heel of your palm until it is smooth and creamy with no graininess.
3
Phase 3
Cook the chenna with the icing sugar in a kadhai on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring, just until it comes together and leaves the pan; it should stay moist.
4
Phase 4
Stir in the cardamom powder and let the mixture cool until warm.
5
Phase 5
Roll into small balls, flatten slightly into discs, press a pistachio sliver on each, and chill for 30 minutes before serving.