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Malai Paan

Malai Paan

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Malai Paan is a majestic, delicate, and profoundly aromatic North Indian heritage sweet from Lucknow, uniquely celebrated for its outer layer made purely of reduced milk sheets (Malai). This recipe features specifically prepared thin sheets of milk, folded into professional-grade triangles and stuffed with gulkand and nuts. Known for its sophisticated melt-in-mouth properties and status as a premier Nawabi treat in traditional Awadhi dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage healthy vegetarian confectionery. The taste is intensely sweet and refreshing, with the rose Providing a unique professional-grade floral lift. Best enjoyed chilled from the professional-grade tray. A Mandatory staple for grand festive banquets.

Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time1 hour
Servings6 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

3 liters Full cream Buffalo Milk
1/2 cup Gulkand (Rose petal preserve)
1/4 cup Mixed Nuts, finely chopped
1 tsp Cardamom powder
1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
A few strands of Saffron
Edible Silver Leaf (Chandi Vark)
1 tbsp Rose water
1 tsp Fennel seeds, crushed
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using buffalo milk is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade thick and sturdy malai layers.
  • Ensuring the malai is handled with a blunt needle or spatula provides the absolute secret to achieved perfect sheets.
  • The addition of gulkand provide the essential professional-grade cooling lift found in heritage recipes.
  • Always serve chilled specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade firm set.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 piece (50g))

Calories

180 kcal

Protein

5g

Fat

14g

Carbs

10g

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