Kulfi

Kulfi

कुल्फी (KOOL-fee)

Indian Frozen Dairy Dessert

Prep Time 4 hours
📈 Difficulty medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 250 kcal

A dense, creamy frozen dessert made from slowly reduced milk, richer and denser than ice cream. Traditional flavors include pistachio, mango, cardamom, and saffron.

Nutrition & Info

374 kcal per serving
Protein 15.8g
Carbs 40.1g
Fat 16.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy ⚠ tree nuts

Equipment Needed

heavy pan kulfi molds freezer

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil milk in a heavy pan, reduce to half while stirring frequently.

  2. 2

    Add sugar, cardamom, saffron, and cornflour dissolved in a little milk.

  3. 3

    Continue cooking until thick and creamy. Add chopped nuts.

  4. 4

    Pour into kulfi molds or small cups. Freeze for 6-8 hours.

  5. 5

    To serve, dip mold briefly in warm water and unmold. Slice or serve whole with falooda.

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Did You Know?

Unlike Western ice cream, kulfi is not churned — its dense texture comes entirely from the slow reduction of milk.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • heavy pan
  • kulfi molds
  • freezer

The Story Behind Kulfi

Kulfi has been enjoyed in the Indian subcontinent since the Mughal era, when ice was brought down from the Himalayas to freeze the reduced milk mixture.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert, summer 📜 Origins: Mughal era

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