Fresh cream is a dairy product obtained by skimming the top layer of milk. It has a luscious texture and adds a touch of richness to the dish. It’s a wonderful ingredient that helps balance the mouth-feel and flavor of dishes, both Indian and international. Dress up a cupful of coffee or add it to Indian curries and makes them totally irresistible!
Indian cuisine uses fresh cream to add an element of richness to savory recipes ranging from Methi Malai Paneer Subzi and Paneer do Pyaza to Palak Soup and Hyderabadi Sofiyani Biryani. It can be used in shorbas, dals, subzis, pulaos, biryanis, and more
| Top 10 Indian Recipes using Fresh Cream | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Methi Malai Paneer Subzi |
| 2. | Paneer Do Pyaza |
| 3. | Cream Of Spinach Soup |
| 4. | Baingan Musasalam |
| 5. | Dal Makhani |
| 6. | Methi Mutter Malai |
| 7. | Hyderabadi Sofiyani Biryani |
| 8. | Baked Layered Coconut Rice with Curry |
| 9. | Paneer Tikka Masala |
| 10. | Fruit and Vegetable Raita |
Fresh cream is also used in International cooking, especially Italian cuisine. It mingles with the flavors and textures of soups, salads and dips to make them richer and more attractive. Dishes like Creamy Macaroni with Broccoli, Creamy Pumpkin Risotto and Classic Chocolate Fondue would be incomplete without a dash of fresh cream. Try some of these evergreen favorites…
| Top 10 International Recipes using Fresh Cream | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Creamy Pumpkin Risotto |
| 2. | Pasta in Red Sauce |
| 3. | Classic Chocolate Fondue |
| 4. | French Toast |
| 5. | Burritos |
| 6. | Vegetable Risotto |
| 7. | Pesto Penne |
| 8. | Tortellini with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Basil Pesto Sauce |
| 9. | Baked Potatoes with Broccoli and Red Pepper |
| 10. | Creamy Macaroni with Broccoli |
Alternatively, you can also make your own fresh cream at home. It is time-consuming but definitely worth the effort. After boiling milk each morning, let it simmer for a few minutes. Let it cool and then place it in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. After that, you will find a thick layer of malai on the top of your milk. Lift it carefully with a slotted spoon and store it in an airtight container in the freezer. Continue doing this for a few days till you have the required amount of malai. Then, leave the collected malai at room temperature for a while till it defrosts but is still cold, and then whip it using a hand blender till you get smooth, frothy cream. If you do not have a hand blender, you can also do this using the blender jar of your mixer grinder. Don’t whip for too long or you will end up with butter instead of cream! Just a whip or two will do.
Use your fresh cream in delightful ways to add a touch of glamour to your sweet and savory dishes