Mahashivratri Vrat Fruit Custard is a delightful and cooling dessert perfect for fasting days. Made with sabudana flour and vrat-approved ingredients, it combines the creamy texture of custard with the natural sweetness of fruits. It's a simple yet festive treat that adds a touch of indulgence to your fasting menu.
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In a bowl, mix sabudana flour with ¼ cup cold milk. Stir well to avoid lumps. Keep it aside.
Heat the remaining milk in a pan. Once the milk boils, add sabudana mixture and stir continuously to avoid lumps .
Add sugar and chopped nuts . Cook until it thickens to custard consistency (3-4 minutes).
Add cardamom powder. Simmer for few seconds and turn off the flame. Let it cool completely.
Once it reaches the room temperature, add chopped fruits, mix gently and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Serve chill.
Always mix sabudana flour in cold milk first to avoid lumps.
Add fruits only after the custard cools to room temperature, or they may release water.
You can add saffron soaked in milk for extra festive flavor.
For a richer taste, add 1 tbsp fresh cream at the end.
Can I use any other flour instead of sabudana flour?
Sabudana flour is specifically used for vrat recipes. Substituting it may not be suitable for fasting.
What fruits can I use for this custard?
You can use vrat-approved fruits like banana, apple, chikoo, pomegranate, mango, grapes, etc .
Can I prepare this custard in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the custard in advance, but add the fruits just before serving to maintain their freshness.
Is there a substitute for sugar in this recipe?
Yes, you can use any vrat-approved sweetener as a substitute for sugar.
Can I skip the nuts in this recipe?
Yes, nuts are optional and can be skipped if desired. But adding them gives additional crunchiness to the dessert.
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