Make Kesar Badam Katli, MasterChef Style With Chef Kunal Kapur’s Recipe

Ingredients

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Step 1

[{"selector":"#anim-a6b6613c-f5b1-47a3-8e5e-0c3afe7c6410 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.19067373219462%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Peel the soaked almonds, add elaichi and grind them completely until they form a smooth paste. Credits: Supplied

Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-6d7ea56f-3774-4fce-b784-f30922ba860b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.19067373219462%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] In a pan, add saffron threads, sugar, and water. Stir the mixture and cook until the sugar dissolves, forming a light but thick sugar syrup. Credits: Supplied

Step 3

[{"selector":"#anim-390d9da2-fa0f-47fa-9a9c-1c29bf725911 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.19067373219462%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Gradually mix the almond paste into the syrup. Credits: Supplied

Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-7d81ec63-575f-426a-bedd-3537a8373387 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.19067373219462%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Add ghee and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and comes together. Credits: Supplied

Step 5

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Step 6

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Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-d29c043b-3d99-4895-acb5-9eaa5d576359 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-10.147323982064739%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Let it cool for a bit outside for an hour and then refrigerate it for another hour, then cut it into desired shapes, such as squares or diamonds. Credits: Supplied

[{"selector":"#anim-4fade189-f2a4-4306-a04e-1ccfc3e83a53 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-30.09195953948629%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Chef Kunal created this recipe as part of a mystery box challenge. The star of the show was the Bajaj Evoque 1000W Mixer Grinder with its powerful 1000W motor. Credits: Supplied

[{"selector":"#anim-6867f3ca-7d87-40cb-b650-382e1af783d1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-34.19067373219462%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Garnish your Kesar Badam Katli and it is ready to serve! Credits: Supplied