Kesar Badam Milk

Kesar badam milk is the solution for people looking to add some richness to their snacking or dining experiences. This milk is flavorful and full of the legendary spice, saffron, which has a unique taste and many health benefits. It is very filling and capable of easily satiating one’s stomach, so you won’t have to exert too much willpower to limit yourself to one cup. This drink is loved by kids and adults alike. You can often find it being served at weddings and festivals, so even if you don’t make some yourself, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find some.The joy of having a soothing balmy tea doubles when you share it with a loved one. Store some badam milk in a smart water bottle from Vaya and share it someone special on a wintry night.

Health Benefits

The saffron turns this milk drink from a tasty beverage to a healthy one. Saffron is one of the most expensive and highly regarded spices in the world for its health benefits and taste. It is the most valuable spice, pound for pound. Some of its numerous health benefits include the ability to help improve digestion, provide pain relief, improve respiratory health and treat respiratory diseases, improve blood circulation, and prevent diabetes. This spice has nothing but positives so add it to your diet today.

Ingredients

cups milk: 3

almonds: 20

pinches of saffron: 2

tbsp sugar – adjust to taste: 2

Few drops of rose essence

cup of hot water – for soaking: 1/2

tsp thinly sliced almonds – for garnishing

A few saffron strands – for garnishing

How To Make Kesar Badam Milk

1. Infuse 2 pinches of saffron in hot water for 30 minutes.
2. Blanch the almonds in hot water for 20 minutes.
3. Peel the almond skins and blend the almonds with 2-3 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
4. Bring milk to boil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Simmer on low heat for 10-12 minutes.
5. Make sure to stir intermittently to avoid burning and sticking at the bottom of the pan.
6. Add almond mixture to the milk while stirring continuously. Add saffron water, sugar, and rose essence.
7. Simmer until milk is reduced to 3/4 the original amount.
   Garnish with sliced almonds and remaining saffron strands.
8. Serve hot or chilled and enjoy!

Trivia

Iran accounts for 90% of saffron produced in the world.