Calcutta belongs to everybody and every one who feels at home in this city of confounded chaos and confusion is a Calcuttan. Among the first to come eastwards to the banks of the Ganga was the Rajasthani. Those who have adopted themselves the most are the marwaris from Rajasthan. The menfolk came to do business and when settled, brought their families. The Rajasthanis of Calcutta are followers of Jainism and Hindu Vaisnavism. Both are vegetarian. Over the years, Bengali culture has rubbed off on them and vise versa. This particular dessert is non -bengali in origin but i adopted it and now prepare it for all.
Ingredients :
Bottle gourd 1,large size
Milk 1 1/2 litre
Sugar 400 grams
Ghee 125 grams
Garam masala a little(Optional)
Mawa 100 grams
Raisins 2 tbsp
Almonds 10
Method :
In a Cup of hot water soak the almonds and after 20 minutes remove the skins.
Chop the gourd very fine and drain all water, spread out on a tray.
Heat the clarified butter(desi ghee), some 2 tbsp for frying the raisins and almonds. Saute till light golden in color and remove to a dish.
Heat the rest of the desi ghee and add the garam masala(Optional). Saute a bit and then add the gourd. Saute again.
Add the milk and give it a mix. Let all come to a boil.
On high heat, reduce the ingredients, till all becomes thick. Keep stirring at intervals or it will stick to the bottom of the pan. It will take at least 2-3 hours to thicken.
Now add the sugar and mawa. When absolutely dry remove from heat and garnish with the golden fried almonds and raisins.
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