Indian Cham-Cham Dessert With Lemon Juice And Saffron Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Indian Cham-Cham Dessert is a popular sweet dish made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and flavored with lemon juice and saffron. It is a soft and spongy dessert that is soaked in a sugar syrup, giving it a sweet and tangy taste. The saffron adds a beautiful yellow color and a subtle aroma to the dessert. It is often garnished with chopped pistachios or almonds for added crunch and flavor.

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Ingredients for Indian Cham-Cham Dessert With Lemon Juice And Saffron Recipe

  • 100 gram Paneer
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 cup Water
  • 1/2 Juice Lemon
  • pinch A Pinch Of Saffron Strands
  • as needed Chopped Pistachios Or Almonds For Garnish

Directions: Indian Cham-cham Dessert With Lemon Juice And Saffron Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, crumble the paneer and knead it well until it becomes smooth and soft.
  • STEP 2.Divide the paneer mixture into small portions and shape them into cylindrical or oval shapes.
  • STEP 3.In a deep pan, bring water to a boil and add the paneer shapes. Cook them for about 10-12 minutes or until they become firm and cooked through.
  • STEP 4.Meanwhile, in another pan, prepare the sugar syrup by dissolving sugar in water and bringing it to a boil. Add lemon juice and saffron strands to the syrup and mix well.
  • STEP 5.Once the paneer shapes are cooked, remove them from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to the prepared sugar syrup. Let them soak in the syrup for at least 2 hours.
  • STEP 6.Garnish the cham-cham with chopped pistachios or almonds before serving.
  • STEP 7.Serve the cham-cham chilled as a delightful dessert.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to knead the paneer well to achieve a smooth and soft texture.
  • You can shape the cham-cham into any desired shape, such as cylindrical or oval.
  • Allow the cham-cham to soak in the sugar syrup for a sufficient amount of time to absorb the flavors.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the cham-cham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Serve the cham-cham chilled as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festive occasions.
Nutrition
value
2138
calories per serving
114 g Fat47 g Protein234 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    114g
  • Protein
    47g
  • Carbs
    234g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    234g
  • Protein
    47g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    114g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    1271mg
  • Iron
    8mg
  • Vitamin A
    89mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    2mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    180mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    46mg
  • Vitamin E
    6mg
  • Copper
    1mcg
  • Magnesium
    173mg
  • Manganese
    5mg
  • Phosphorus
    1062mg
  • Selenium
    33mcg
  • Zinc
    4mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp