Food
Shahi Tukda
Chef Jasjit Kaur Darpan, 09 Apr, 2026
Ingredients:
For the Sugar Syrup:
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
A few saffron strands
2-3 green cardamoms
For Shahi Tukda:
3-4 slices of white bread (cut into desired shapes)
Ghee (for frying)
Optional Garnish:
Chopped nuts
Green cardamom powder
Directions:
1. Prepare the Sugar Syrup: Boil water and sugar together. Add saffron strands and cardamoms. Simmer until slightly thickened, then set aside.
2. Fry Bread: Heat ghee in a pan and fry bread slices until golden and crispy.
3. Assemble Shahi Tukda: Dip fried bread in the sugar syrup briefly, flipping quickly to coat both sides. Place on a serving plate.
4. Garnish & Serve: Garnish with nuts or cardamom powder. Serve with rabdi or malai for a rich flavor or enjoy plain with chai.
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