Jigar Thanda

Name: Jigar Thanda
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp - Nestlé MILKMAID Mini; 1 Cup, Chilled - Nestlé A+ Milk; 3 Cups - Almond Gum (Badam Pisin); 500 ML - Water; 1 Tsp - Nannari Syrup/Rose Syrup; 1 Scoop - Vanilla Ice cream; 1 Tbsp - Tutti Frutti (Red and Green)

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Beat the heat this summer with our indulgent Jigarthanda - a beloved South Indian cooler from Madurai. It is name translates to cool heart, perfectly describing the refreshing sensation it delivers. This decadent treat is a symphony of flavours, combining rich milk, fragrant badam pisin, creamy Nestlé MILKMAID, and a touch of nannari syrup for a unique taste. Vanilla ice cream and colourful tutti frutti add a delightful textural contrast, making it a delectable dessert fit for royalty.

About Our Recipe

Our Jigar Thanda recipe captures the essence of South India, using a perfect balance of creamy goodness and convenient shortcuts. Start by mixing chilled milk with Nestlé MILKMAID to create a rich, creamy concoction.

In a tall glass, layer soaked badam pisin for a delightful textural contrast. Then, pour in nannari syrup, a unique Indian sarsaparilla syrup, to infuse the drink with its earthy and cooling flavour. The luxurious creaminess and caramelised sweetness of the MILKMAID mixture tie the ingredients. Finally, a scoop of ice cream brings a touch of creamy indulgence, turning this traditional Madurai delight into a luscious, unforgettable treat.

This Jigar Thanda recipe is a symphony of cool, creamy, and earthy notes, perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to customise - adjust the nannari syrup for your desired sweetness, or get creative and experiment with different ice cream flavours.

Serve Jigarthanda chilled, garnished with colorful tutti frutti, and relish the delightful contrast of creamy milk and caramelised sweetness. With its versatility and refreshing taste, our Jigar Thanda recipe is sure to become your go-to summer cooler!

Check out our other summer drink recipes like Cold Coffee and Chocolate Milkshake – they are all yummy and perfect for this time of year!

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Ingredients

3 TbspNestlé MILKMAID Mini

1 Cup, ChilledNestlé A+ Milk

3 CupsAlmond Gum (Badam Pisin)

500 MLWater

1 TspNannari Syrup/Rose Syrup

1 ScoopVanilla Ice cream

1 TbspTutti Frutti (Red and Green)

How to make Jigar Thanda

Step 1: Soak almond gum overnight in 3 cups of water.
Step 2: Mix NESTLÉ MILKMAID Mini and NESTLÉ a+ Milk.
Step 3: Take a tall glass. Add 1 tbsp of soaked almond gum then top it with nannari syrup crushed ice. Pour the NESTLÉ MILKMAID mixture.
Step 4: Top it up with a scoop of icecream and garnish with tutti frutti.
Step 5: Serve Chilled

TIPS

Soak badam pisin well in water, as mentioned in the Jigar Thanda recipe, until it plumps up. This softens it for a smooth blend with the milk.
Make sure everything is cold before you assemble your drink. Chilled milk and ice cream create the ultimate cool-down experience.
Adjust the amount of MILKMAID in your Jigar Thanda recipe as per your preference.
Don't go overboard with the syrup. Too much can drown out the other flavours. Aim for a balanced blend of milk, syrup, and toppings for an authentic taste.
Feel free to add a pinch of cardamom or a scoop of chocolate syrup for a twist.
Top your Jigar Thanda with chopped nuts, raisins, or sabja seeds for an extra treat.
Enjoy your Jigar Thanda fresh to experience the creamy ice cream and refreshing flavours.

FAQs

1. What does Jigar Thanda taste like?

Jigar Thanda is a delightful mix of sweet, nutty, and floral flavours. The nannari syrup adds a subtle licorice flavour, balanced by the sweetness of milk and MILKMAID. The chewy texture of the badam pisin adds another layer to the experience.

2. What kind of milk should I use in my Jigar Thanda recipe?

For traditional Jigar Thanda, full-fat milk is ideal, preferably buffalo milk for a richer taste. But you can also use whole cow's milk or a lighter option like skim or low-fat milk.

3. What's the difference between Jigar Thanda and Falooda?

Both Jigar Thanda and Falooda are cold Indian desserts. Falooda typically has a wider variety of ingredients like vermicelli noodles, chia seeds, and rose water, while Jigar Thanda focuses on the unique combination of badam pisin, nannari syrup, condensed milk, and ice cream.