Shahi Tukray (Indian Bread Pudding)

A rich and creamy Indian dessert. Garnish with sliced almonds or pistachios. Serve warm, at room temperature, or put in the fridge overnight.

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 31 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 46 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 quart half-and-half
2 cups white sugar
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 loaf sliced bread, crusts removed, divided
oil for frying

Directions

Combine half-and-half, sugar, and condensed milk in a large pot over medium-low heat. Bring to a gentle boil; simmer until reduced by half, about 55 minutes.
Dissolve 2 slices of bread in the half-and-half mixture; blend mixture with an immersion blender until thickened.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan. Fry remaining bread slices in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels.
Slice bread diagonally; layer slices in a 9x12-inch baking dish. Pour in enough of the half-and-half mixture to evenly soak the slices.
Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 20 minutes. Flip bread slices and continue baking, about 5 minutes.

Cook's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

707	Calories
26g	Fat
111g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 707
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g	33%
Saturated Fat 12g	62%
Cholesterol 61mg	20%
Sodium 498mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 111g	40%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 79g
Protein 12g	24%
Vitamin C 2mg	3%
Calcium 352mg	27%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 396mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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