Indian Dish

Basundi

बासुंदी

Also known as: Rabri, Basundhi

What is Basundi?

A Maharashtrian and Gujarati dessert of sweetened, thickened milk with nuts, flavored with cardamom and saffron. Popular at festivals and weddings.

Typical Ingredients

milk
sugar
cardamom
saffron
almonds
cashews
pistachios

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Dairy
Often Present
Tree Nuts
Often Present

Made from reduced sweetened milk. Tree nuts are defining. Cannot be made without dairy.

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Which nuts are used?

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