Sandesh Recipe Kit Recipe

About this recipe

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of homemade Sandesh with our Sandesh Recipe Kit. This kit includes all the essential ingredients to create this traditional Bengali sweet, from toned milk to aromatic cardamom powder and saffron. Follow simple steps to boil the milk, curdle it with vinegar, and strain to prepare soft paneer. Once the paneer is ready, knead it until smooth, sweeten it with sugar, and enhance the flavor with cardamom and saffron. Shape the mixture into elegant discs or balls, chill them, and enjoy a refreshing treat that’s perfect for festivals, celebrations, or satisfying a sweet craving. With this kit, making Sandesh is simple, enjoyable, and brings the authentic taste of Bengal right to your kitchen. Make family meals stress free with AnyFeast — a family meal planner built for Indian kitchens and busy schedules.

Ingredients

• 1 l Homogenised Toned Milk
• 190 ml White Cooking Vinegar
• 20 g Cardamom Powder
• 100 g Cornflour
• 500 g Sugar
• Pcs Saffron

Instructions

1. 1. Boil the milk: In a large pot, bring the toned milk to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
2. 2. Curdle the milk: Once the milk reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and gradually add the white cooking vinegar while stirring continuously. Continue until the milk curdles and separates into whey and curds.
3. 3. Strain and rinse the paneer: Line a strainer with a muslin cloth and pour the curdled milk through it to separate the paneer (curds) from the whey. Rinse the paneer under cold water to remove any vinegar smell, then squeeze out excess water and hang it in the muslin cloth for about 30 minutes to drain completely.
4. 4. Knead the paneer: Transfer the drained paneer to a clean bowl and knead it thoroughly with a small amount of cornflour until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
5. 5. Cook the mixture: Place the kneaded paneer in a non-stick pan and add sugar to taste. Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and forms a soft dough-like consistency.
6. 6. Add flavor: Remove the pan from heat and mix in cardamom powder and saffron soaked in a tablespoon of warm milk. Ensure the flavors are evenly incorporated.
7. 7. Shape the Sandesh: Allow the mixture to cool slightly until it is comfortable to handle. Shape the Sandesh into small flat discs or balls using your hands.
8. 8. Garnish and chill: Garnish each piece with a few strands of soaked saffron. Chill the Sandesh in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Enjoy your delicious homemade Sandesh!