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Wishing you all a very Happy Independence Day !

'Palkova' or Palgova' is a very popular South Indian dessert. This delicious and famous dish   is believed to have originated in Srivilliputur , Virudhunagar District of Tamilnadu. Due to the white revolution, the excess milk was being made into Palkova. It is also served to the devotees visiting the Srivilliputur Andal Temple. This way, it's name and fame grew over the years. Palkova is made from just  two ingredients milk and sugar . As easy as it may sound, making palgova requires lots of patience. Milk is boiled  and continuously   stirred in heavy bottom pan/kadai till the fats separate . 

While the traditional way of making this sweet may intimidate you, today I am sharing easy and quick version of making this incredibly delicious sweet. Tasty, grainy milk sweet is sure to  transport you to food heaven. Whether it is pooja, festival at home or guests coming home for lunch, this handy 5 minute recipe is a sure blessing .

Palkova Recipe | Palgova Recipe:

Ingredients : 

1 tin condensed milk

2 tablespoons thick curd ( whisked )

Method:

1. Transfer the contents of the condensed milk tin into a tall and wide glass bowl.

2. Add the whisked thick curd to the condensed milk.

3. Mix well using a balloon whisk or a spoon so that the milk and curd mix well.

4. Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes. 

5. Allow it to settle for 30 seconds before you open the microwave to stir the mixture with a spoon or fork.

6. After stirring, microwave again for 2 minutes.

7. Stir and microwave for one more minute and switch off.

8. Allow it to cool completely.

Your yummy Palkova/Palgova is ready!

Chef Tips:

1. Do wear a gloves while handling the glass bowl as it will be very hot.

2. Using a tall and wide bowl is really important, as the condensed milk tends to boil over.

3. Open the door of the microwave after few seconds of cooking so that the boiling mixture settles down a bit.

4. The palkova tends to thicken when cooled, so do not over do the cooking, else it might become hard.

5. Remove the excess water from the curd before adding it to the condensed milk . More water might require additional few seconds of cooking.

6. If you do not have a microwave, you can prepare this sweet on stove top too. Add a teaspoon of ghee in a non- stick pan before you transfer condensed milk-curd mixture and keep stirring on low flame till you get the grainy texture of Palkova. 

7. The cooking time might differ lightly depending upon the microwave you are using. 

Happy Cooking !

With love,

Masterchefmom