Shrikhand Recipe (With Greek Yogurt + Traditional) (2024)

FAQs

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of dahi? ›

Greek yogurt is more acidic and tarter than dahi. You can use it in place of dahi, but it can make the curry too sour. However, you can add a bit more sugar or spice to balance out the flavors if you want to use Greek yogurt.

Greek Yogurt is also known as 'dahi ka chakka' in Indian regional languages. Since the whey is completely drained off from the curd and what is left of it is a thick, creamy and smooth Hung Curd, it is apt to make raita, dips, chutneys and other similar accompaniments/condiments.

Hung curd is Indian yogurt (curd) from which all of the whey has been drained. In other words it is nothing but Greek yogurt also known as strained yogurt. Hung curd is an important ingredient used in the preparation of many Indian foods like tandoori dishes, Raitas, kababs and Sweets.

So, Greek yogurt is just curd with whey liquid drained out. So yogurt is basically a more thicker and creamier form of curd. The live bacteria culture or the probiotics are virtually similar in both. Of course this also depends on the type of milk being used and other environmental factors.

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I always use Greek yoghurt for all of my dishes and I steer away from using low fat varieties as there is always the fear of the sauce splitting. Yoghurt tends to be used in lots of different marinades because it starts to tenderise the meat and acts to help the spices penetrate into the meat.

The protein content of Greek Yogurt is higher than that of regular yoghurt or Dahi. The fat content is also higher unless it is made from low-fat milk. The sodium content is less. If it is a flavored yogurt or Greek yogurt it usually contains a higher amount of sugar.

Greek yogurt is simply normal yogurt that has been strained to remove excess whey, resulting in a thicker, creamier product. Thus, Greek yogurt is more expensive because you need an extra amount of raw material (cow's milk in this case) to create an equivalent mass of finished product.

Shrikhand is a thick creamy and delicious Indian dessert made with strained yogurt, powdered sugar, cardamoms and sometimes saffron & nuts. Some would call it sweetened yogurt, but shrikhand is much more than that. You strain curd aka Indian yogurt to remove liquids and whisk until creamy.

Overall, the main difference between Indian and Greek yogurts is their texture and flavor and either type can be a healthy choice.

It is also said that it was first prepared by “Bhimsena”, son of Kunti who was expert in cookery. The etymology of the word 'Shrikhand' comes from ksheer, thickened milk in Sanskrit and Qand, sweet in Parsi. Amrakhand' isa yariety of Shrikhand conting mango pulp and is consumed in some parts of Maharashtra.

What is difference between Shrikhand and Matho? ›

Matho is a lighter/thinner version of Shrikhand. Shrikhand is thick creamy yogurt based dessert. Matho is made similar way as shrikhand, however matho is thinner than shrikhand. And it usually has fruits added to it.

No matter how it is made, a tangy creamy yogurt is produced and because more ingredients and labor go into making it, Greek yogurt usually costs more.

Curd known as Dahi in Hindi, is a traditional yogurt made and enjoyed in India for a millennia. Well known for its probiotic qualities, regular consumption of Curd is believed to improve the overall health and well-being. Making Curd at home is super simple and you don't need any special equipment.

Dahi is a type of yoghurt that is made from curdled milk. It is thicker and more sour than yoghurt, making it the perfect addition to curries and other savoury dishes. You can easily make dahi at home by adding a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar to milk and allowing it to sit until it thickens.

If you live in a country where the term “curd” is not commonly used, you may recognize the same food, known as dahi in Hindi, by another name: yogurt. Wherever a recipe calls for curd, you can use plain, unflavored yogurt. If you do not have access to yogurt, then you can substitute sour cream.

Natural yogurt is a perfect substitution for Indian style Dahi. That's what I use in all my recipes and I originate from the Indian subcontinent. Look out for low-fat or zero fat varieties. Lower the fat, more sour they are usually.

What is curd called in the USA? Curd or dahi is called yogurt in the United States. Yogurt is a commercialized product that is made from milk that has been heat-treated to kill live bacteria.