Makhan Mishri - Krishna Janmashtmi Prasad

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Ria Pai (@riapai009)

Makhan Mishri is a traditional offering to Lord Krishna during Janmashtami celebrations. This simple yet divine recipe involves making fresh makhan (butter) and combining it with sugar powder, saffron milk, and garnishing it with pistachio flakes and saffron strands. It is served in a mud bowl to preserve its authenticity...

Makhan Mishri - Krishna Janmashtmi Prasad recipe
Prep Time
7min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
7min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 spoon)

Makhan Ingredients

  • ghee
    ghee
    1cup
  • Few ice cubes
    Few ice cubes

Makhan Mishri Ingredients

  • sugar powder
    sugar powder
    1tbsp
  • saffron milk
    saffron milk
    1tbsp
  • Few pistachios flakes
    Few pistachios flakes
  • Few saffron strands
    Few saffron strands

How to make Makhan Mishri - Krishna Janmashtmi Prasad

To Make Makhan

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, add ghee with ice cubes. Using fingers, whisk until the ghee solidifies. This will take around 3-4 minutes.

    Step 1.1: In a bowl, add ghee with ice cubes
  2. Step 2

    Collect the solidified makhan in a small mud bowl as it is traditionally served.

    Step 1.1: Collect the solidified makhan in a small mud bowl as it is traditionally served

To Make Makhan Mishri

  1. Step 1

    Add sugar powder and saffron milk to the collected makhan.

    Step 2.1: Add sugar powder and saffron milk to the collected makhan
    Step 2.2: Add sugar powder and saffron milk to the collected makhan
  2. Step 2

    Garnish with saffron strands and pistachio flakes.

    Step 2.1: Garnish with saffron strands and pistachio flakes
  3. Step 3

    Serve as an offering to Lord Krishna on Janmashtami as prasad.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

280.6kcal (14.03%)

Protein

0.0g (0.06%)

Carbs

3.1g (1.15%)

Sugars

3.1g (6.3%)

Healthy Fat

9.4g

Unhealthy Fat

19.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use fresh and high-quality ghee for the best taste and texture.

  2. Ensure the ice cubes are cold enough to solidify the ghee quickly.

  3. Serve in a mud bowl to maintain the traditional touch.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought butter instead of making makhan?

    While you can use store-bought butter, making fresh makhan adds authenticity and enhances the flavor of the prasad.

  2. What is saffron milk?

    Saffron milk is milk infused with saffron strands, which gives it a rich aroma and golden color.

  3. Can I skip the pistachio flakes?

    Yes, pistachio flakes are optional and can be skipped if unavailable.

  4. How long does it take to make makhan?

    It takes approximately 3-4 minutes to whisk the ghee and solidify it into makhan.

  5. Why is this dish served in a mud bowl?

    Serving in a mud bowl preserves the traditional and cultural significance of the prasad.

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