Kulfi: The Traditional Frozen Dessert of India

Kulfi is one of the most revered and traditional desserts cherished in India for ages. It is the traditional Indian ice-cream prepared with boiled milk. It is much similar to ice-cream in taste and appearance, but kulfi it much denser and flavourful. There is a common belief that kulfi originated way before ice-cream. The most conventional way of making kulfi includes milk, cardamom and sugar. However, now we have different versions of the same. Some of the common types of kulif flavoirs that we have are pistachios, saffron, almonds and cashews, but is no limit to the flavours you can add, including vanilla, rose, strawberry, chocolate, apple, orange, avocado and many others.

Origins of Kulfi

 
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In Hindi language, the word ‘kulfi’ means ‘ice’. In Persian language, ‘qulfi’ means a ‘covered cup’. In India, kulfi is believed to have originated during the 16th century during the Mughal Empire. During the Mughal times, this recipe of kulfi was prepared using ice which was brought form Himalaya.. Ain-i-Akbari, the documentation of Akbar’s reign, has mention about kulfi.

Difference between Kulfi and Ice-Cream

Unlike ice-cream, kulfi is thicker and denser because it is not churned. After mixing the ingredients, boil them like custard, cool it, and then freeze it. That is why it is more commonly referred to as frozen custard, and not as an ice-cream. As compared to ice-cream, kulfi is low in calories and contains a low amount of sodium. Both of these factors make kulfi a healthier option over ice-cream. Coming to the calorie count, then kulfi is said to have 200 calories whereas having one cup of ice-cream gives you 300 calories, so kulif becomes a healthier option. Made of milk, kulfi is also rich in calcium and carbohydrates. Made up of natural ingredients only, it does not contain any artificial sweeteners or colours. You can make kulfi at home as well. Internet is flooded with kulfi recipes which will help you make delectable kulfis.

Perfecting Kulfi recipe
  • Boil the milk on low flame to get a thick consistency.
  • Keep stirring the milk while boiling and reducing, so that it does not stick on the bottom and edges of the pot
  • While unmoulding the kulfis, keep them dipped them in warm water for a couple of minutes
  • One serving suggestion is to serve kulfis in little earthen pots. The aroma of earthen clay adds a subtle flavour to the kulfis. However, if you don’t have earthen pots, you can serve them in shallow bowls.
Now that we have made you aware of our very own traditional frozen dessert, prefer them over ice-cream and be desi. Learn the kulfi recipe of your choice and relish it along with your loved ones.

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