Please click on Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand recipe. It is simply amazing how the humble dahi transforms into a mouth-watering dessert in just a few simple steps. Here is the easiest and best way to make yummy Shrikhand out of everyday curds. It does not even require any cooking.
Also known as Matho, Shrikhand is an integral part of a traditional Maharashtrian or Gujarati Thali.
Apart from tasting yummy by itself, it can also be enjoyed as an accompaniment for roti or puris.
Depending on what flavouring substances you add to the thick and creamy hung curds, you get different varieties of Shrikhand. From flavours and essences to dry fruits and nuts, not to forget fruit pulps like mango, strawberry, rose, raspberry and chickoo, you can add an endless number of ingredients to your Shrikhand.
Is Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand healthy?
No, Shrikhand is not healthy. Made from curds, sugar, saffron, cardamom and little milk.
Let's understand the Ingredients.
What's good.
Curd + Low fat Curds : Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice.They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
What's the problem?
Sugar : Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet. It requires a slow and deliberate attempt to do it. Find hidden sugar in packaged foods and drinks and stop having those products. Did you know that a can of your favourite soft drink is estimated to have 1/2 cup of sugar.
Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand ?
No, as there is 3/4 cup of sugar used in the recipe. Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet.
Can healthy individuals have Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand?
No, as sugar is an issue.
What is a healthier option to Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand?
We have the sugar free shrikhand recipe you can have. Again this is in limited quantity for all.
Sugar Free Shrikhand, Low- Fat Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand
Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand is high in
1. Protein : Protein is required for the managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body.
2. Calcium : Calcium is a mineral that makes bones stay strong. Required from kids to adults.
3. Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) : Vitamin B2 enables the production of red blood cells that contribute to the rise in your energy levels. So have more milk, curds, eggs and green leafy vegetables.
4. Phosphorous : Phosphorous works closely with calcium to build bones.
Note : a recipe is deemed high in a Vitamin or mineral if it meets 20% and above the recommended daily allowance based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
How to burn 407 calories that come from one serving of Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand?
Walking (6 kmph) = 2 hrs 2 mins
Running (11 kmph) = 41 mins
Cycling (30 kmph) = 54 mins
Swimming (2 kmph) = 1 hr 10 mins
Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.