Delight Your Sibling with Homemade Raksha Bandhan Sweets | AamRus

Rakhi is just around the corner. There is a lot of excitement and buzz in the market. Colourful Rakhis, mouth-watering sweets and the happy chatter fill one’s senses. So, how about making the festival even more special this time around by making some delicious Raksha Bandhan sweets at home? Adding this little touch will surely make your brother/ sister feel even more loved.

You would love to make some delicious Indian sweets for your sibling, but are pressed for time? Worry not, for we have a solution for that as well!
Use the 100% natural frozen strawberry pulp, mango pulp or jamun pulp from AamRus and cut your time in half! 
And to add to the convenience is the fact that these fruit pulps are available 365 days a year. 
Therefore, one doesn’t have to wait for the fruits to be in season. We can enjoy the goodness of these favourite fruits anytime.
And to top it, you can use these fruit pulps to give an innovative twist to conventional Indian sweets.
Here is a quick recipe of one of the favourite Raksha Bandhan sweets to get you started.
Mango Phirni
Mangoes are going out of season, yet there is a desire to hang on to its yummy taste. Also, mangoes have an eternal favourite with us Indians. So, why not make an innovative dish with Kesar or Alphonso mango pulp?

Mango Phirni is a spin on the traditional rice kheer. Adding mangoes gives a zing to the tasty delight. This rich and creamy dessert will woo your brother or sister, hands down.
Here’s how to make it
  • Put 1½ litres of milk to boil
  • Once it comes to boil, add ½ cup of soaked, dried and ground rice
  • Keep on medium flame and stir occasionally
  • Add 1teaspoon of green cardamom powder
  •  Add sugar, once the mixture starts to thicken and keep stirring 
  • Add 1 cup Kesar mango pulp
  • Add a handful of dry fruits- pistachio and almonds can be used
  • Keep cooking on low flame and cover for a while
  • Don’t forget to keep stirring as this is the time the mixture can stick to the pan and burn
  • Cook till the texture is a little thick and creamy
  • Add a tablespoon of saffron milk (a few strands of saffron soaked in a tablespoon of warm milk)
  • Serve chilled
This sweet dish is perfect for all occasions and will leave you craving for more. So make sure this is among the Raksha Bandhan sweets you whip-up at home this Rakhi.
AUTHOR : Rohina Chawla

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