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Lagannu Custard

Lagannu Custard

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Lagannu Custard is a regal, decadent, and profoundly aromatic Parsi dessert masterpiece celebrated for its rich reduced milk and toasted nut topping. This recipe features full-cream milk slow-cooked with sugar, eggs, and a sophisticated blend of nutmeg and cardamom. Known for its sophisticated flavor and mandatory presence in every traditional Parsi wedding feast, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Western Indian sweet culinary arts. The taste is intensely sweet and buttery, with the baked finish providing a unique professional-grade caramelized crust. This dish is a mandatory favorite for grand celebrations and elegant festive platters. Best enjoyed chilled from the professional-grade dish.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 liter Full-cream Milk
1/2 cup Sugar
2 large Eggs, whisked
1/2 tsp Nutmeg powder
1/2 tsp Cardamom powder
1/4 cup Mixed nuts (Almonds, Pistachios), chopped
1 tsp Vanilla essence
1 tbsp Butter for greasing
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using full-cream buffalo milk is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade rich result.
  • Ensuring the milk is reduced properly provides the absolute secret to preventing professional-grade watery layers.
  • The addition of nutmeg provide the essential professional-grade aromatic lift found in royal Parsi recipes.
  • Always bake until the top is slightly charred specifically to enhance the signature professional-grade caramelized flavor.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (150g))

Calories

310 kcal

Protein

8g

Fat

14g

Carbs

38g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.