Ingredients of Shrikhand

1 kg. Thick curd

3/4 cup powdered sugar

a few strands saffron

1 tablespoon warm milk

2 teaspoons cardamom powder (elaichi)

For the garnish

slivers of pistachios and almonds

Method of Shrikhand
1. Hang the curds in a muslin cloth in a cool place for approximately 4 hours until all the liquid (whey) has drained off
2. Rub the saffron into the warm milk until it dissolves.Mix together the hung curds, sugar, saffron mixture and cardamom in a bowl and churn using a hand blender.
3. Place in the refrigerator.Serve cold garnished with slivers of pistachios and almonds.