Sikarni

Sweet hung yogurt dessert with nuts and spices

• - 2 cups thick yogurt (Greek yogurt works well)
• - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• - 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• - Pinch of saffron
• - 2 tablespoons almonds, chopped
• - 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
• - 1 tablespoon raisins
• - 1 tablespoon dried coconut (optional)

1. 1

   If using regular yogurt, hang it in a muslin cloth for 3-4 hours to drain excess water.
2. 2

   Soak saffron in 1 tablespoon warm milk.
3. 3

   Beat hung yogurt until smooth and creamy.
4. 4

   Add powdered sugar, cardamom and saffron milk. Mix well.
5. 5

   Fold in half the nuts and raisins.
6. 6

   Transfer to a serving bowl.
7. 7

   Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
8. 8

   Garnish with remaining nuts and coconut before serving.
9. 9

   Traditionally served during festivals and special occasions.