Desserts > Indian Desserts > Bengali Sweet

Rose Misti Doi Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 liter full-fat milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup rose water
- 1/4 cup yogurt

Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
- Muslin cloth

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pressure cooker, boil the milk until it reduces to half its quantity.
2. Add sugar and rose water to the milk and stir well.
3. Let the mixture cool down to room temperature.
4. Add yogurt to the mixture and mix well.
5. Pour the mixture into a muslin cloth and tie it tightly.
6. Hang the muslin cloth for 6-8 hours until all the water has drained out.
7. Once the water has drained out, remove the muslin cloth and transfer the thickened yogurt into a serving bowl.
8. Chill the Rose Misti Doi in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Hanging time: 6-8 hours
- Chilling time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Pressure cooker: Medium heat
- Refrigerator: 4°C
Serving size:
- 4-6 people

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200 per serving
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Full-fat milk can be substituted with low-fat milk, but the texture and taste may differ.
- Regular sugar can be substituted with jaggery or honey for a healthier option.
- Rose water can be substituted with any other flavoring of your choice.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or fruits to the mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Use different flavorings like cardamom or saffron for a different taste.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a clean muslin cloth to strain the yogurt to avoid any contamination.
- Make sure the yogurt is at room temperature before adding it to the mixture.
- Stir the mixture well after adding the yogurt to ensure it is evenly distributed.

Storage instructions:
- Rose Misti Doi can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Rose Misti Doi is best served chilled and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Rose Misti Doi in small earthen pots for an authentic touch.
- Garnish with rose petals or chopped nuts for added visual appeal.

Pairings:
- Rose Misti Doi pairs well with spicy Indian curries or biryanis.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve Rose Misti Doi with a side of fresh fruits or a light salad for a balanced meal.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the yogurt does not set properly, add more yogurt to the mixture and hang it for a longer period.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all utensils and equipment used are clean and dry to avoid any contamination.
- Store the Rose Misti Doi in the refrigerator at all times to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
- Misti Doi is a traditional dessert from the Indian state of West Bengal, made by fermenting sweetened milk with yogurt.

Flavor profiles:
- Rose Misti Doi has a creamy and sweet taste with a subtle floral flavor from the rose water.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve Rose Misti Doi as a dessert after a spicy Indian meal or as a sweet treat on its own.

Related Categories

Cooking Method: N/A

Course Type: N/A

Dietary: N/A

Ingredient: N/A

Meal type: N/A

Occassion: N/A

Region: Bangladeshi

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Floral, Tangy