Shahi Tukra (Indian Bread Pudding)

Name: Shahi Tukra (Indian Bread Pudding)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 175 min
Ingredients: 1 quart oil for deep frying; 8 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into 4 squares; 0.25 cup cashews; 0.25 cup sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons pistachio nuts; 1.25 cups whole milk; 5 tablespoons evaporated milk; 0.75 cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 pinch saffron

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This is a very famous Hyderabadi dish and is a very simple, but rich dessert. It is great for a large dinner party as the recipe can be easily multiplied to make more. It is best eaten chilled. If available, you can add a few drops of Kewra essence to the milk mixture once it has cooled.

Recipe by SUSMITA

Updated on September 12, 2022

close up view of Shahi Tukra (Indian Bread Pudding) garnished with nuts on a plate

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 55 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 quart oil for deep frying
8 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into 4 squares
¼ cup cashews
¼ cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons pistachio nuts
1 ¼ cups whole milk
5 tablespoons evaporated milk
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 pinch saffron

Directions

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry the bread slices in the hot oil until deep, golden brown; drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Fry the cashews, almonds, and pistachio nuts in the hot oil until golden brown; remove from oil and set aside to cool. Chop roughly.
Bring the milk to a gentle boil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat; continue boiling until the volume of milk reduces by about half. Pour the evaporated milk into the pan and add the sugar, cardamom, and saffron; simmer together 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Arrange the fried bread pieces in a shallow dish large enough to allow them to be laid in a single layer. Evenly pour the milk mixture over the bread. Scatter the chopped nuts over the bread. Chill in refrigerator until completely cold, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

324	Calories
18g	Fat
37g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 324
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 233mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 37g	13%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 1mg	3%
Calcium 123mg	9%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 182mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.