Description
A classic Bengali sweet yogurt. Milk is boiled with caramelized sugar/jaggery, then fermented in unglazed clay pots, resulting in a thick, reddish-brown dessert.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Whole milk
- Sugar(or Jaggery)
- Yogurt culture
Instructions
- Caramelize sugar, reduce with milk.
- Mix in yogurt culture.
- Ferment overnight in clay pots in a warm place.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
None(Caramel aroma is key)
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Greek yogurt + Caramel sauce
Pairing
After a festive meal
Trivia
While Indian 'Dahi' is plain and used in cooking, Bengali 'Mishti Doi' is an entirely standalone, rich dessert.
Eating tips & etiquette
The clay pot absorbs moisture, making it firm enough to hold its shape on a spoon, like cheesecake. Eat well-chilled.
Allergen
Dairy