Royal Shahi Tukda Recipe: The Perfect Dessert for Festival

Royal Shahi Tukda Recipe : Celebrate Festival with this decadent Shahi Tukda – a traditional Mughlai dessert of crispy fried bread soaked in fragrant sugar syrup, layered with rich rabdi (reduced milk), and garnished with nuts. This easy-to-make sweet is a showstopper at any party!

Why You’ll Love This Shahi Tukda

 Rich & Creamy – Silky rabdi pairs perfectly with crispy bread.
Quick to Make – Ready in 30 minutes with simple ingredients.
Festive & Impressive – A luxurious dessert that wows guests.
Perfect for Ramadan – Provides instant energy after fasting.

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For Rabdi (Reduced Milk Cream)

• 700ml full-fat milk

• ½ tsp cardamom powder

• ½ cup milk powder (for thickness)

• 4 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

• Pinch of saffron (soaked in 1 tbsp warm milk)

For Sugar Syrup

• ¾ cup sugar

• ¾ cup water

• 2-3 drops kewra essence (optional)

• Few saffron strands

For Assembling

• 7-8 bread slices (white or brown)

• 3 tbsp ghee (for frying)

• Chopped almonds, pistachios, cashews (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Prepare the Rabdi

• In a heavy-bottomed pan, boil 700ml milk on medium heat.

• Add milk powder, sugar, cardamom, and saffron.

• Simmer for 20-25 mins, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

• Let it cool—it will thicken further.

2. Make Sugar Syrup

• In another pan, mix sugar + water + saffron.

• Boil until slightly sticky (1-string consistency).

• Add kewra essence (if using) and set aside.

3. Fry the Bread

• Cut bread into triangles or squares.

• Heat ghee in a pan and shallow-fry bread until golden & crisp.

• Drain on paper towels.

4. Assemble Shahi Tukda

• Dip fried bread pieces in warm sugar syrup for 10 secs.

• Layer on a plate, top with rabdi, and garnish with nuts.

• Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pro Tips for the Best Shahi Tukda

 Use slightly stale bread – Absorbs syrup better without turning soggy.
Adjust sugar – Reduce if you prefer less sweetness.
Add rose water for extra fragrance.
Make ahead – Rabdi can be refrigerated for 2 days.

Serving Suggestions

 Pair with:

• A scoop of vanilla ice cream

• Hot chai or qahwa

• Fresh fruits like mango or berries

Why It’s Perfect for Iftar?

✔ Quick energy boost after fasting.
✔ Rich in calcium & protein from milk and nuts.
✔ Crowd-pleaser – Loved by kids and adults alike.

Try this royal dessert today and make your Iftar feast unforgettable!