Beat the Heat with Mango Tadgola Basundi: A Summer Delight by Neha Deepak Shah

Summer season calls for cooling and refreshing desserts, and what better way to celebrate the season than with mangoes? Neha Deepak Shah, a culinary expert and digital creator, brings you a delightful summer treat: Mango Tadgola Basundi. This light and delicately flavored dessert is perfect for hot days and is quick to make. Read on to learn how to prepare this refreshing dessert.

Mango Tadgola Basundi: A Summer Delight

Ingredients You'll Need

To make this delightful dessert, gather the following ingredients:

• 750 ml milk, reduced by half
• 1 mango (1/2 puréed and 1/2 chopped)
• 4 to 5 tadgola (ice apples), chopped
• 2 tsp basil seeds (soaked)
• A little condensed milk to sweeten the milk

Step-by-Step Preparation

Step 1: Reduce the Milk
Start by boiling 750 ml of milk and reducing it to half its volume. This thickens the milk and enhances its creamy texture, forming the base for your Basundi.

Step 2: Prepare the Mango and Tadgola
While the milk is reducing, take one mango and purée half of it, and chop the other half into small pieces. Chop 4 to 5 tadgolas (ice apples) into small pieces as well. These will add a refreshing crunch to your dessert.

Step 3: Soak the Basil Seeds
Soak 2 teaspoons of basil seeds in water until they swell up. These seeds add a unique texture and cooling effect to the dessert, much like in a traditional falooda.

Step 4: Sweeten the Milk
Once the milk has reduced and thickened, add a little condensed milk to sweeten it. Stir well to combine. Ensure that the milk is not too hot when adding the condensed milk to prevent curdling.

Vishesh Tippani (Special Tips)

• Cool the Milk Well: It is crucial to cool the reduced milk thoroughly before adding any fruit to it. This prevents the milk from curdling and ensures a smooth texture.
• Chill Before Adding Fruits: For the best results, chill the milk well before adding the puréed and chopped mango, and tadgola. This enhances the refreshing quality of the dessert.
• Final Touches: Once the milk is cooled and sweetened, mix in the puréed mango, chopped mango pieces, chopped tadgola, and soaked basil seeds. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
• Serving Suggestions: Serve the Mango Tadgola Basundi chilled, with a few ice cubes added to it for an extra cooling effect. This dessert is almost like a falooda, making it perfect for hot summer days.

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Mango Tadgola Basundi is a delightful and refreshing dessert that embodies the essence of summer. With its light and delicate flavors, this treat by Neha Deepak Shah is sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy the cooling and creamy goodness of this dessert, and make your summer days even more special.