Indian Cham-Cham Dessert With Lemon Juice And Saffron Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, crumble the paneer and knead it well until it becomes smooth and soft.
• STEP 2.Divide the paneer mixture into small portions and shape them into cylindrical or oval shapes.
• STEP 3.In a deep pan, bring water to a boil and add the paneer shapes. Cook them for about 10-12 minutes or until they become firm and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Meanwhile, in another pan, prepare the sugar syrup by dissolving sugar in water and bringing it to a boil. Add lemon juice and saffron strands to the syrup and mix well.
• STEP 5.Once the paneer shapes are cooked, remove them from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to the prepared sugar syrup. Let them soak in the syrup for at least 2 hours.
• STEP 6.Garnish the cham-cham with chopped pistachios or almonds before serving.
• STEP 7.Serve the cham-cham chilled as a delightful dessert.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to knead the paneer well to achieve a smooth and soft texture.
• You can shape the cham-cham into any desired shape, such as cylindrical or oval.
• Allow the cham-cham to soak in the sugar syrup for a sufficient amount of time to absorb the flavors.

Storage and Serving

• Store the cham-cham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Serve the cham-cham chilled as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festive occasions.