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Khubani ka Meetha

Khubani is an Urdu term for Apricots. It is a very popular dish of Hyderabad , served during weddings. It is easily available now in many authentic Hyderabadi cuisine restaurants all over India.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hyderabadi, Indian
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Afsar Azeez

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 500 gms Khubani/Apricot
  • 200 gms Sugar
  • 4-5 pieces Pistachios
  • Milkmaid
  • Ice-cream

Instructions

  • Soak Khubani/Apricot in enough water overnight or for 6 hours.
  • Later remove seeds/kernels, and keep aside the water in which the Khubani was soaked.
  • In a Kadhai / Wok add soaked Khubani and also the water in which Khubani was soaked, and cook on a medium flame.
  • Keep stirring and cooking until it becomes soft and mushy.
  • Add sugar and cook till you get thick consistency, taste and you can add more sugar according to your taste.
  • Meetha is ready.
  • Wash and wipe the kernels dry with a cloth and break them, you will get small badam seeds which can be used for garnishing.
  • Serve it topped with Milkmaid and sliced pistachios. Ice cream can also be used as a topping.