About Mango Shrikhand
This Mango Shrikhand recipe or Amrakhand recipe is very easy to make, provided you have all the ingredients in place. To begin with, it is best to use Homemade Curd (yogurt) to make the hung curd that is the main ingredient in this shrikhand. When we talk about the flavoring, what best way can fresh ripe mangoes of the season be used than being added to this shrikhand. The ‘king of fruits’ literally imparts its royalty to this Mango Shrikhand and turns it all the more decadent. I have used double the quantity of mangoes for this Amrakhand recipe. Hence, this shrikhand is not thick like the store brought ones. In case you don’t have the fresh fruit, you can also use canned mangoes or mango pulp. I also haven’t used any artificial color or flavoring in this Mango Shrikhand. Flavorings in this Mango Shrikhand recipe also include crushed green cardamom seeds and saffron. The quantity of sugar can be adjusted according to the sweetness of the mangoes. As far as the variety of mango is concerned, I have made this recipe with the local Goan mangoes and also alphonso mangoes. You can choose any other sweet and pulpy variety of mangoes. Alphonso mangoes will yield a thicker consistency. In mango season, I love to make a variety of Mango Recipes. A few of them which you may like to try this mango season are:
Mango Kulfi Mango Shake Mango Halwa
Mango Shrikhand with Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt is thicker as compared to the homemade curd, as the whey has been already removed during its making. Thus, this Mango Shrikhand recipe with Greek yogurt saves you the additional time spent in hanging the curd to remove the whey. I have included the proportions and method for greek yogurt in the steps below. All you need is about 10 to 15 minutes to prepare a yummylicious Amrakhand from Greek yogurt. Just refrigerate for half to one hour and it is ready to be served. So, when you are short of time or expecting sudden guests, make this version of Mango Shrikhand using Greek yogurt. The traditional way of making a shrikhand in Maharashtrian homes is by blending and sieving the hung curd through ‘puran yantra,’ an equipment similar to the American ‘food mill.’ I have used an electric beater to make things super quick. You can also beat with a wired whisk, but it takes a lot of time and an elbow grease to get things to the right consistency for this shrikhand.
How to make Amrakhand
Make Hung Yogurt
- First, take 3 to 3.5 cups curd or yogurt in a muslin or cheese cloth or a cotton kitchen napkin. Note: If you plan to use greek yogurt move on to step 5.
- Now tie the cloth tightly and hang the curd for 3 to 4 hours. You can choose to hang the cloth under a faucet in the kitchen wash basin. You can also hang the curd in the fridge. The whey will drip, so keep a bowl or pan below to collect the whey. You can also choose to keep for more time like 5 to 6 hours. For a more detailed method, you can check this post on How to make Hung Curd.
- After 3 to 4 hours you will get a thick curd.
Make Mango Puree
- Peel and chop 2 medium-sized mangoes and puree them in a blender. I have collected the puree in a bowl just for the photo.
- In the same blender with the mango puree in it, add the thick hung curd. Also add, ½ cup raw sugar, 4 to 5 crushed green cardamoms seeds and 8 to 10 saffron strands. Tip: If using greek yogurt, add about 1 to 1.25 cups of it to the mango puree and flavorings. Blend till smooth.
Make Mango Shrikhand
- Blend till the mixture is smooth and even.
- Chill the Mango Shrikhand in the refrigerator and serve in bowls. You can also serve the Amrakhand directly with Poori or have it as a dessert. You could add some chopped nuts as a garnish while serving.
Expert Tips
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About Mango Shrikhand
This Mango Shrikhand recipe or Amrakhand recipe is very easy to make, provided you have all the ingredients in place. To begin with, it is best to use Homemade Curd (yogurt) to make the hung curd that is the main ingredient in this shrikhand. When we talk about the flavoring, what best way can fresh ripe mangoes of the season be used than being added to this shrikhand. The ‘king of fruits’ literally imparts its royalty to this Mango Shrikhand and turns it all the more decadent. I have used double the quantity of mangoes for this Amrakhand recipe. Hence, this shrikhand is not thick like the store brought ones. In case you don’t have the fresh fruit, you can also use canned mangoes or mango pulp. I also haven’t used any artificial color or flavoring in this Mango Shrikhand. Flavorings in this Mango Shrikhand recipe also include crushed green cardamom seeds and saffron. The quantity of sugar can be adjusted according to the sweetness of the mangoes. As far as the variety of mango is concerned, I have made this recipe with the local Goan mangoes and also alphonso mangoes. You can choose any other sweet and pulpy variety of mangoes. Alphonso mangoes will yield a thicker consistency. In mango season, I love to make a variety of Mango Recipes. A few of them which you may like to try this mango season are:
Mango Kulfi Mango Shake Mango Halwa
Mango Shrikhand with Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt is thicker as compared to the homemade curd, as the whey has been already removed during its making. Thus, this Mango Shrikhand recipe with Greek yogurt saves you the additional time spent in hanging the curd to remove the whey. I have included the proportions and method for greek yogurt in the steps below. All you need is about 10 to 15 minutes to prepare a yummylicious Amrakhand from Greek yogurt. Just refrigerate for half to one hour and it is ready to be served. So, when you are short of time or expecting sudden guests, make this version of Mango Shrikhand using Greek yogurt. The traditional way of making a shrikhand in Maharashtrian homes is by blending and sieving the hung curd through ‘puran yantra,’ an equipment similar to the American ‘food mill.’ I have used an electric beater to make things super quick. You can also beat with a wired whisk, but it takes a lot of time and an elbow grease to get things to the right consistency for this shrikhand.
How to make Amrakhand
Make Hung Yogurt
- First, take 3 to 3.5 cups curd or yogurt in a muslin or cheese cloth or a cotton kitchen napkin. Note: If you plan to use greek yogurt move on to step 5.
- Now tie the cloth tightly and hang the curd for 3 to 4 hours. You can choose to hang the cloth under a faucet in the kitchen wash basin. You can also hang the curd in the fridge. The whey will drip, so keep a bowl or pan below to collect the whey. You can also choose to keep for more time like 5 to 6 hours. For a more detailed method, you can check this post on How to make Hung Curd.
- After 3 to 4 hours you will get a thick curd.
Make Mango Puree
- Peel and chop 2 medium-sized mangoes and puree them in a blender. I have collected the puree in a bowl just for the photo.
- In the same blender with the mango puree in it, add the thick hung curd. Also add, ½ cup raw sugar, 4 to 5 crushed green cardamoms seeds and 8 to 10 saffron strands. Tip: If using greek yogurt, add about 1 to 1.25 cups of it to the mango puree and flavorings. Blend till smooth.
Make Mango Shrikhand
- Blend till the mixture is smooth and even.
- Chill the Mango Shrikhand in the refrigerator and serve in bowls. You can also serve the Amrakhand directly with Poori or have it as a dessert. You could add some chopped nuts as a garnish while serving.
Expert Tips
Please be sure to rate the recipe in the recipe card or leave a comment below if you have made it. For more vegetarian inspirations, Sign Up for my emails or follow me on Instagram, Youtube, Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter. Aamras Recipe (Sweet Mango Pulp) Mango Ice Cream (2 Easy Variations) Mango Cake Recipe (Eggless + Whole Wheat) Mango Shake Recipe (2 Delicious Milkshake) This Mango Shrikhand (Amrakhand) post from the blog archives first published in April 2012 has been republished and updated on 21 April 2022.
