5 Amazing and simple recipes using gulkand!

The mere thought of Gulkand brings a fragrance and candied feel into our minds and tasting it is indeed pleasing. Did you know that Gulkand is made from a rose variety called Damask and we get this variety only twice a year? Gulkand made exclusively from a damask rose is fully aromatic and healthy. However, the market is full of varieties of gulkand made from other roses as well.

Simple recipes that can be made using Gulkand–

Several amazing recipes can be made using this nutritious and cooling sweetener. Here are some of the tried and tested recipes made using gulkand.

• Gulkand Meetha Pan – One of the famous and timeless mouth fresheners made for ages. Banarasi meetha pan has its traditional value in India. The essential ingredient in the meetha pan is Gulkand. It is refreshing and delightful. Meetha pan served after food acts as a sweet as well as it helps in the digestion process.

• Gulkand milkshake– A perfect and cooling summer drink for the body as it protects us from heat strokes. Gulkand is a cooling tonic according to Ayurveda. It has a unique flavor and an enticing aroma. You can enjoy the chilled milk with gulkand and rose syrup.

• Thandai – Yet another traditionally rich, luscious drink that is made using gulkand. Gulkand increases the fragrance and flavor content of thandai. It also helps in purifying the blood, improving appetite, curing acidity, cooling the body,  and improving skin health . 

• Gulkand Rose Ladoo – Homemade gulkand rose ladoos are a treat in the festive season. Gulkand is placed between the smooth dough of paneer, nut-mix, and rose syrup. Gulkand rose ladoos give a rich, sweet punch to ‘taste buds’. 

•  Gulkand Badam Kulfi – One cannot say ‘No’ to this Indian dessert. Kulfi is yummy, chilling, refreshing, and sweet made from a special amalgamation of almonds, gulkand along with saffron, mawa, and sugar. Having a gulkand badam kulfi after supper is rejuvenating.

Over to You-

  Be it a milkshake for your kid after a play under the sun or for the elderly at home looking for better sleep and digestion, Gulkand meets it all. With plenty of benefits that Gulkand has to offer, take a break from your regular jam and try these simple and delicious recipes with Gulkand!