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Nutella Ras Malai Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 can of condensed milk
- 1 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of Nutella
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of saffron strands
- 1 tablespoon of chopped pistachios
- 1 tablespoon of chopped almonds

Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Serving dish

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine condensed milk, milk, Nutella, heavy cream, cardamom powder, and saffron strands. Mix well until smooth.
2. Take the ras malai balls and place them in the pressure cooker. Pour the Nutella mixture over the ras malai balls.
3. Close the pressure cooker and cook for 2 whistles on medium heat.
4. Once the pressure cooker cools down, open it and transfer the ras malai to a serving dish.
5. Garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 people

Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Heavy cream can be substituted with coconut cream for a vegan option.
- Saffron strands can be substituted with a pinch of turmeric powder.

Variations:
- Add chopped strawberries or raspberries for a fruity twist.
- Use white chocolate instead of Nutella for a different flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the ras malai balls are at room temperature before adding them to the Nutella mixture.
- Use a non-stick pressure cooker to prevent the ras malai from sticking to the bottom.
- Let the ras malai cool down before garnishing with chopped nuts.

Storage instructions:
Refrigerate the Nutella ras malai in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Microwave the Nutella ras malai for 30 seconds before serving.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the Nutella ras malai in a shallow bowl or plate.

Garnishes:
Chopped pistachios and almonds.

Pairings:
Serve the Nutella ras malai with a cup of chai or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
None.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the Nutella mixture is too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the ras malai balls are cooked properly before serving.

Food history:
Ras malai is a popular dessert in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. It is made with cheese balls soaked in sweetened milk.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and creamy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Nutella ras malai chilled.

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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Rich, Fluffy