Gourmet Carrot Pudding

Ingredients

• 500g (4 cups) grated carrots 500g (4 cups) grated carrots
• 4 tbsp ghee (clarified butter) 4 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 cup full-fat milk 1 cup full-fat milk
• 1 cup condensed milk 1 cup condensed milk
• 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
• A pinch of saffron strands A pinch of saffron strands
• 2 tbsp chopped pistachios or almonds, for garnish 2 tbsp chopped pistachios or almonds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 42g, 35g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the grated carrots and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. 3.
   Pour in the milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes until the carrots are tender and the milk has reduced.
4. 4.
   Add the condensed milk, sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands. Mix well and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds.
6. 6.
   Serve warm or chilled.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Carrots — Use fresh and tender carrots for the best flavor and texture. Avoid using carrots that are too fibrous or old.
• Saffron — Soak the saffron strands in a tablespoon of warm milk for 10 minutes before adding them to the pudding. This will help release their vibrant color and aroma.
• Pistachios or almonds — Toast the nuts lightly before chopping them for garnish. This will enhance their flavor and add a delightful crunch to the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with khoya (reduced milk solids).
• Add a handful of raisins or shredded coconut for extra texture and sweetness.
• For a healthier version, use jaggery (unrefined cane sugar) instead of white sugar.
• Serve the pudding warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast of temperatures.
• Leftover pudding can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold the next day.

Serving advice

Serve Gourmet Carrot Pudding in individual bowls or dessert glasses. For an elegant touch, garnish each serving with a sprinkle of edible rose petals or a drizzle of saffron-infused syrup.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, shape the pudding into small molds before serving. You can use silicone molds or small bowls lined with plastic wrap. Once set, gently unmold the puddings onto serving plates and garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds.