National Mango Day 2024: Love mangoes? Try this classic Amrakhand recipe to satisfy your dessert cravings

Published on: Jul 21, 2024, 16:23:56 IST

By Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

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National Mango Day 2024: Try this classic Amrakhand recipe to satisfy your dessert cravings.

National Mango Day 2024: Celebrate National Mango Day 2024 on July 22 with a delicious and classic Amrakhand. Recipe inside.

National Mango Day 2024: National Mango Day falls on July 22. In Indian households, mangoes hold a special place. Therefore, to celebrate National Mango Day, it makes sense to make a dessert with mango. So, we decided to curate a delicious sweet and cold Amrakhand, also known as Mango Srikhand, recipe. Check it out. (Also Read | Mango summer delight with healthy twist: Beat the heat with this delicious Mango Millet Cheesecake. Recipe inside)

National Mango Day 2024: Amrakhand Recipe

Ingredients

750g Curd

150g Mango Pulp from Fresh Mangoes

150g Powdered Sugar

2g Powdered Cardamom

20ml Milk

2g Saffron

20g Chopped Pistachios

20g Chopped Almonds

National Mango Day 2024: Amrakhand Recipe to celebrate National Mango Day.

Method

1. Hang the curd overnight to drain out excess whey.

2. Whisk the hung curd until smooth. Then, add the powdered sugar and cardamom to it.

3. Soak the saffron strands in lukewarm milk.

4. Adjust the consistency of the whisked curd and sugar mixture by adding the milk.

5. Once the curd mixture is light and airy, fold in the mango pulp from fresh Mangoes - variety subject to availability.

6. Garnish with the chopped nuts and serve.

(Recipe by Chef Vaishnava Kasturi, Sheraton New Delhi)

About National Mango Day 2024:

The delightful occasion of National Mango Day is observed to celebrate and appreciate the tropical fruit. Mango, known as the King of Fruits, is popular for its delicious flavour and numerous health benefits. The origins of National Mango Day can be traced back to 1987 when the National Horticulture Board of India decided to celebrate this cherished fruit.

Mango health benefits:

Apart from being a juicy and delicious fruit, there are many health benefits to eating mangoes. The fruit is rich in vitamin C, minerals, and antioxidants. It has fewer calories and improves gut health. Lastly, since the fruit has an abundance of vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, it may strengthen your immunity.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Krishna Pallavi Priya
Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More

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