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Shahi Tukra (Indian Bread Pudding) Recipe
Shahi tukra Indian bread pudding recipe represents Hyderabad's most famous dessert tradition with surprisingly simple preparation that yields incredibly rich, satisfying results perfect for elegant entertaining and special occasions. This renowned Hyderabadi dish transforms ordinary bread into royal luxury through careful layering with sweetened milk, nuts, and aromatic spices that create restaurant-quality desserts at home. The recipe's reputation comes from its perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication, making it accessible while delivering impressive presentation and taste. Ideal for dinner parties, festival celebrations, or whenever you want to serve memorable desserts that reflect India's royal culinary heritage, shahi tukra provides guaranteed satisfaction. The rich, creamy texture combined with crunchy nuts creates textural variety while the gentle sweetness and aromatic spices deliver complex flavors that linger pleasantly. This famous dessert connects modern kitchens with Hyderabad's legendary culinary traditions.
This is a very famous Hyderabadi dish and is a very simple, but rich dessert. It is great for a large dinner party as the recipe can be easily multiplied to make more. It is best eaten chilled. If available, you can add a few drops of Kewra essence to the milk mixture once it has cooled.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients
1 quart oil for deep frying
8 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into 4 squares
¼ cup cashews
¼ cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons pistachio nuts
1 ¼ cups whole milk
5 tablespoons evaporated milk
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 pinch saffron
Directions
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry the bread slices in the hot oil until deep, golden brown; drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Fry the cashews, almonds, and pistachio nuts in the hot oil until golden brown; remove from oil and set aside to cool. Chop roughly.
Bring the milk to a gentle boil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat; continue boiling until the volume of milk reduces by about half. Pour the evaporated milk into the pan and add the sugar, cardamom, and saffron; simmer together 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Arrange the fried bread pieces in a shallow dish large enough to allow them to be laid in a single layer. Evenly pour the milk mixture over the bread. Scatter the chopped nuts over the bread. Chill in refrigerator until completely cold, 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 324 | Calories |
| 18g | Fat |
| 37g | Carbs |
| 6g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 324 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 18g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium 233mg | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 23g | |
| Protein 6g | 11% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 123mg | 9% |
| Iron 1mg | 8% |
| Potassium 182mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
