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Nutritional Value
- Carbohydrates - 84 g
- Protein - 12 g
- Calcium - 409 mg
- Potassium - 201 mg
- Vitamins - 2 mg
- Milk is a good source of protein as it contains all essential amino acids. It helps in cellular repair, regulates the immune system and improves muscle health.
- It contains calcium along with other nutrients and vitamins which helps in increasing bone density thereby ensuring strong and healthy bones and prevents osteoporosis.
- Lemon contains soluble fiber which can promote gut health and prevent digestive issues.
- It is a good source of vitamin C which promotes heart health, boosts the immune system and prevents chronic diseases. Along with citric acid, it helps with the absorption of minerals like iron and thereby prevents anemia.
- Cardamom powder can kill mouth bacteria and prevent bad breath.
- It has anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps with digestion.
- Ghee helps absorb nutrients and can improve the immune system as it contains antioxidants. It can also relieve digestion issues.
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- Adding lemon juice to milk while boiling makes it thick and it starts to curdle. Later after a few simple processes, it is prepared as Paneer, the Indian cottage cheese.
- It is said that over a thousand new dairy products are introduced every year.
- Other names of Kalakand include Mishri-mawa, milk cake and Qalaqand.
- Khoa is included in many other Indian sweets and it acts as a thickening agent.
- Palkova and Amrutha Phala are a few of many similar milk sweets available in India.
- It is said that the name originated from the Arab language where ‘Kand’ means sweet.
Suggested consumable by age groups
- A significant quantity of one to two pieces can be consumed by all age groups.
Good times to eat:
- It is perfect for evenings or after a meal as a dessert.
Eat along with:
- It can be eaten as it is or alongside Indian snacks
When not to eat or eat more often:
- People with diabetes shall not consume.
- People who are lactose intolerant shall avoid.

Story/History of recipe
Ajmeer Kalakand is an Indian milk sweet originally from Rajasthan. It was first made in 1947 and is also known as Alwar Kalakand. It is popular in countries like India, Bangladesh and Pakistan. It is prepared by boiling milk and cooking it get the Indian dairy food called Khoa. It is famous all over the country and is specially prepared for festivals like Diwali, Dussehra, Eid and many more.
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- In a heavy-bottomed non-stick pan, boil one liter of milk for about an hour until it has reduced and started to thicken. Stir occasionally.
- At this stage add one teaspoon of lemon juice. Milk will start to curdle.
- Add one cup of sugar batch by batch and keep stirring.
- It will start to thicken, add cardamom powder and keep stirring until it turns light brown.
- Add two tablespoons of ghee and give it a mix.
- Meanwhile, grease a cake tin or any flat surfaced container with a tablespoon of ghee.
- Switch off the flame and transfer it to the greased container.
- Flatten it, garnish it with nuts and cover it with a cloth/towel.
- Let it rest for eight hours or overnight.
- When it has set well with a soft and fudgy texture cut it into desired pieces and it is ready to eat.
- If preferred it can also be garnished with saffron and edible silver.
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Jerome –
nice ajmee kalakand!!!
Sapthagiri –
My favorite sweet as a child. Love the taste. Havent found them anywhere else!! Love the childhood memories they bring back! Just wish the bag was larger….or even a jar!!
Vedha –
Wow! These sweets were very good, Absolutely delicious! Enjoyed every bite. Will definitely be ordering again in the future
Kobi Krishna –
These are one of my favorite milk sweets, especially the coconut flavored. Yummy! All flavors are fresh, delicious, and wrapped perfectly