Rasgulla

Indulge in the sweet, spongy delight of Rasgulla, a beloved Indian dessert made from fresh cheese soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. Perfect for festive occasions or a special treat after dinner.

• 1 liter whole milk
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 teaspoon rose water

Method

1. 1

   Boil the milk in a heavy-bottomed pan. Stir continuously to prevent it from burning.

2. 2

   Once the milk comes to a boil, add the lemon juice and continue to stir until the milk curdles.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and strain the curds using a muslin cloth or fine sieve. Rinse under cold water to remove the lemon flavor.

4. 4

   Squeeze out excess water from the curds and let it sit for about 10 minutes to dry.

5. 5

   Knead the curds into a smooth dough for about 5-7 minutes. Form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).

6. 6

   In a separate pot, combine sugar and water to make the syrup. Bring to a boil and add cardamom powder and rose water.

7. 7

   Once the syrup is boiling, gently add the rasgulla balls. Cook them for about 15-20 minutes until they double in size.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and let the rasgullas soak in syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.