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Malai Sandwich
Serves 4
60 mins
232 Kcal
Malai sandwich is a delectable Indian snack combining rich flavours with creamy textures, featuring a favourite among food enthusiasts. This delicious sandwich usually consists of soft, fluffy bread made white or whole wheat and filled with a ravishing mixture of paneer, which is Indian cottage cheese, and assorted spices. Enjoy this quick and easy malai sandwich recipe. Fresh paneer is crumbled and mixed with a blend of ingredients that includes finely chopped onions, green chillies, coriander leaves, and even spices like cumin and garam masala. A generous amount of malai (fresh cream) has been used, enhancing the creaminess. It gives the filling a smooth, indulgent texture; as a result, the dish tastes a bit savoury and slightly tangy. Once the filling is ready, it is covered plentifully between slices of bread and can be served either toasted or fresh. It's then often grilled or toasted to get this satisfying golden-brown crust that makes every bite a great crunch. Here's a delicious recipe of malai sandwich. The warmth of the bread complements the rich, creamy filling quite well. Malai sandwich is often served with tangy chutneys like mint or tamarind, while some are served with crisp salad accompaniment. It is very versatile and can be altered accordingly; however, some may have vegetables such as cucumber or tomatoes to give it freshness. Loved due to ease and richness, malai sandwich has become a very popular street food snack and speedy meal. This filling food item satisfies the taste buds whether it is for a hearty breakfast, an easy lunch, or an evening snack. That's because with comforting flavours, every delicious bite of the malai sandwich tastes like Indian culinary tradition.
Ingredients required for Malai Sandwich
- 12 rasgullas
- 1 cup khoya
- 1/4 cup dry milk powder
- 2 tbsp kewra water
- 1 tbsp cream
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp pitachios
- 1/4 tsp saffron
Cooking steps for Malai Sandwich
- 1Malai Sandwich is a decadent Indian sweet that is the most delicate showstopper of the richness of flavors and textures in traditional sweets. This dish has creamy khoya filling along with spicy, aromatic hints of kewra as the perfect experience for anyone who has a sweet tooth.
- 2It's an ideal dish for special occasions or gatherings, and Malai Sandwich will make your guests drool and crave the same.
- 3First, gather your ingredients. The star of this recipe is 1 cup of grated khoya. Khoya is essentially evaporated milk that is incredibly rich and creamy. Khoya will be the base material of this filling, adding lusciousness to the texture, along with a distinctive flavor.
- 4You will need to add khoya along with 1/4 cup of dry milk powder. The inclusion of the latter prevents the creaminess of the filling from turning lumpy.
- 5In the mixer, make a good mix of the khoya, which has been grated, and the dry milk powder. For a more profound flavourdepth, incorporate 2 tablespoons of kewra water. This aromatic water extract comes from a flower called the screw pine.
- 6It makes the mixture fragrant with floral flavor. Add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream to the mix. Heavy cream adds another dimension of richness to the filling, so it's still indulgent and creamy.
- 7Now, for added intensity in the flavor, add cardamom powder of 1/4 teaspoon. Cardamom is an Indian spice used in most Indian sweets and the flavourmost warm and aromatic.
- 8Now mix all the ingredients as a whole until they become a smooth and homogeneous filling. The mixture should be such that it becomes creamy to the palate and can be savored with equal amounts of satisfaction and flavor.
- 9Now when you have your filling ready, then comes the outer preparation. According to traditional Malai Sandwich recipes, the sweet filling is sandwiched between two layers.
- 10For that, you can use the same khoya mixture, but make small discs-like pieces first by using a little portion of the filling and making sure they are roughly all equal in size. This uniformity will bring uniformity in presentation also, thereby adding up to the appearance of this dessert.
- 11Now is the time to build the Malai Sandwich. Place another disc on one of the discs and press them gently together. This produces a nice sandwich effect since luxurious fillings are sealed in by two parts. Repeat this process until all filling is used up. Put the sandwiches aside to firm a little while.
- 12While the sandwiches are setting, prepare your garnishes. You will be needing 1/4 teaspoon of crushed pistachios and a few strands of saffron. Both will add a bright splash of color, crunch delight, and luxury flavourto the otherwise ordinary dessert of Malai Sandwich.
- 13For some luxury effects, edible silver leaves could also be included. These are the smallest leaves that are used in Indian sweets and add a touch to elegance. Put three silver leaves on each Malai Sandwich and perfectly present them and make them look very special.
- 14Thus, garnished, the Malai Sandwiches are ready. Serve chilled or at room temperature- it is your choice. Creamy filling, aromatic scents from the addition of kewra and cardamom, and crunchy pistachios in perfect harmony would tickle your tongue.
- 15Malai Sandwiches are not only a dessert but a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of India. Whether it is a festive occasion or a casual get-together for having this delightful treat, rest assured you will have people craving for more.
- 16Treat your senses with the opulent flavors and textures of Malai Sandwich, and savor each bite that is sure to be a delight.