Saffron Milk is a yummy soothing drink made with milk, saffron and sugar. It has mild sweet taste with rich saffron flavour and light aroma. It is little different from regular milk because saffron gives slight colour and special taste. The drink feels warm and soothing when you have it.
This recipe is usually prepared for night time or during festive time at home. It takes very less time and can be made quickly. You can serve it hot or chilled based on your liking. This recipe is simple and gives comforting drink without much effort. It is also good to have before going to bed which gives good sleep.
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About Saffron Milk
Saffron Milk also called as Kesar Milk is a traditional drink made in many Indian homes. In this recipe milk is boiled and then saffron is added to infuse its flavour well. Sugar is added for sweetness and everything is simmered for few minutes. It is often served during special occasions or guests visit.
Saffron, the king of spices is also known as Kesar or Kumkumapoovu. From a single flower only three strands of saffron are obtained and it involves a lot of human labour which is produced in Kashmir and it is said to be one of the most expensive spices.
Saffron Milk is often recommended to consume during pregnancy. It is actually a myth that having saffron and milk regularly in pregnancy leads to have a fairer baby. There is no proven fact that complexion of the baby depends on the intake of saffron by the mother.
Actually saffron has a lot of health benefits which might be ignored by pregnant women those days, so having said this helps in having fairer babies may have led many pregnant women to consume this saffron milk regularly.
The texture of this drink is smooth and slightly rich, also milk forms the base and saffron gives mild flavour and light golden colour. The aroma comes very good when it is simmered well. It feels light but also gives little richness. It is also soothing to drink when served warm.
You can make few variations and try in this recipe. You can just add in some nuts like badam or pista for extra taste and also add cardamom powder for more flavor. Also adjust sweetness as per your taste and you can also try using jaggery instead of sugar for different flavor.
I usually make at night time when I want something warm and simple. It is easy to prepare and feels soothing to drink.
Saffron Milk Ingredients
- Milk - I used for base and smooth texture. It gives rich taste, you can use full fat milk for better taste.
- Sugar - I added sugar for sweetness in this drink. It balances the saffron flavor. You can replace with honey or palm sugar.
- Saffron - I have used few strands saffron for flavor and color. It gives mild aroma and golden shade.
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How to make Saffron Milk Step by Step
- Take milk in a sauce pan, boil for 3-5 minutes.
2. After milk is boiled add sugar, then saffron
3.Let it simmer for a good 5 minutes, mix well and serve with a sprinkle of few strands of saffron.
Serve hot!
Expert Tips
- Boiling - I boil the milk first before adding saffron, it helps the flavour mix properly. This also makes the milk slightly rich when it simmers.
- Saffron - I add the strands only after the milk boils for full colour and aroma. It gives better colour and flavour to the milk.
- Simmering - I let the milk simmer for few minutes so flavour comes well. Do not skip this step.
- Sweetness - I adjust sugar based after tasting the milk. Add little first then increase if needed.
- Serving - You can serve it hot for comfort or chill it for refreshing drink according top your preference.
Serving and Storage
Serve Saffron Milk hot for warm drink or chill and serve cold. This goes well as simple drink during night time or festive time. It is best to consume fresh. I don't recommend storing this but you can keep it for upto 12-24 hours in fridge.
FAQS
1.Can I use honey?
Yes you can use honey or other sweeteners. Add it after switching off the flame.
2.Why my milk did not get colour?
This may happen if saffron is less or not soaked. Use good quality saffron.
3.Can I add nuts?
Yes you can add chopped nuts like badam or pista. It gives more taste.
4.Can I make this in advance?
Yes you can make and refrigerate. Reheat or serve chilled as needed.
5.Is this drink healthy?
It is made with milk and saffron so it feels nourishing. You can have in moderate amount.
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Saffron Milk Recipe | Kesar Milk Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoon sugar
- 10 strands saffron ~a tiny pinch
Instructions
- After milk is boiled add sugar, then saffron.
- Let it simmer for a good 5mins, mix well and serve with a sprinkle of few strands of saffron. Enjoy Saffron Milk!
Notes
- Boiling - I boil the milk first before adding saffron, it helps the flavour mix properly. This also makes the milk slightly rich when it simmers.
- Saffron - I add the strands only after the milk boils for full colour and aroma. It gives better colour and flavour to the milk.
- Simmering - I let the milk simmer for few minutes so flavour comes well. Do not skip this step.
- Sweetness - I adjust sugar based after tasting the milk. Add little first then increase if needed.
- Serving - You can serve it hot for comfort or chill it for refreshing drink according top your preference.
Ajay singh
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Osatohanmwen Micheal
How do I get saffron?