Bhapa doi - Steamed yogurt - A Bengali delicacy

Bhapa is steamed in Bengali and doi is curd. This steamed yogurt in an authentic Bengali dessert made of plain milk, condensed milk and yogurt. This is an absolute treat to your taste buds and sweet lovers will go gaga over this. A thick creamy dessert to make your summer day an absolute bliss.

Ingredients:

• Greek yogurt/hung curd  - 1 cup
• Condensed milk              - 1 can, (around 400 grams
• Whole milk                     - 1 cup
• Raisins                            - 15-20
• Pistachios                       - 8-10, chopped for garnishing

Method:

1. In a mixing bowl add the yogurt, milk and condensed milk. Whisk them into a smooth mix.

2. Pour the mix into a baking dish(bowl). Add raisins.

3. In a large baking tray add water and place the baking dish on it. The baking dish should be half immersed(or a little more) in water.

4. Preheat oven at 350 degree F. Check Notes if no oven.

5. Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes till the yogurt mix sets. (To check if it is set properly insert a toothpick and take out. The toothpick should come out clean)

6. Take out of oven and allow it to cool. Then refrigerate it for 4-6 hours.

7. Garnish with pistachios and serve chilled.

Notes: If no oven, you can use a pressure cooker. Place the bowl in pressure cooker, half immersed in water. Cook for 40-45 minutes without whistle.