Apricot Dessert (heavenly Hyderabadi Khubani Ka Meetha)
Apricot Dessert (Heavenly Hyderabadi Khubani ka Meetha) is a traditional Hyderabadi sweet dish made with dried apricots, sugar, and a hint of cardamom. This rich and indulgent dessert is a perfect way to end a meal on a sweet note.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Instructions
- Soak the dried apricots in water for 6-8 hours or overnight.
- In a pot, combine the soaked apricots (along with the water), sugar, and cardamom powder.
- Cook the mixture on medium heat until the apricots are soft and the liquid has thickened, stirring occasionally. This will take about 30 minutes.
- Once done, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Serve the Khubani ka Meetha warm or chilled, garnished with slivered almonds or fresh cream.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 1g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Pot Spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve Khubani ka Meetha with a dollop of fresh cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to soak the apricots well in advance for a smooth cooking process.
Cost
$5