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Mango-Cardamom Frozen Delight

Find the perfect recipe for a luxurious Indian frozen dessert that combines the sweetness of mangoes and the warmth of cardamom with rosewater.

πŸ•’ Prep - 10 mins, Cook - 5 mins, Total - 40 mins to overnight
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Indian

Allergens

Dairy, Cardamom

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ripe mango puree 1 cup heavy cream 4 cardamom pods, crushed 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp rosewater

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the mango puree, heavy cream, crushed cardamom pods, and sugar. Heat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, add lemon juice and rosewater, mixing well.
  3. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or tray and freeze until solid, about 4 6 hours or overnight.
  4. Once frozen, use an ice cream scoop or knife to create elegant shapes, then place them back in the freezer until ready to serve.

Chef’s Insight

To get a smooth and creamy texture, heat the ingredients gently to dissolve the sugar completely before cooling.

Notes

This recipe requires some patience as it needs to freeze overnight for the best results.

Cultural or Historical Background

The combination of mangoes and cardamom is inspired by traditional Indian desserts that celebrate the flavors of this rich culinary heritage.