Classic Talbeena with milk: the 5-minute bowl
By the Takmeeli team ·
Quick answer
Stir 2–3 tablespoons of Takmeeli Talbeena into 1 cup of milk in a small pan and cook on a low to medium flame for 3–5 minutes, stirring all the time, until smooth and creamy. Serve warm, with honey or dates if you like it sweeter.
Recipe card
- Serves
- 1
- Prep
- 1 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 6 min
Ingredients
- 2–3 tablespoons Takmeeli Talbeena Elaichi
- 1 cup milk (or water)
- 1 teaspoon honey or 2 chopped dates, to serve (optional)
- A few almond or pistachio slivers, to serve (optional)
Method
- Add the Talbeena to a small, heavy pan.
- Pour in the milk a little at a time, stirring so no lumps form.
- Put the pan on a low to medium flame.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring all the time, until it turns smooth and creamy.
- Take it off the heat. It thickens a little more as it rests.
- Top with honey, dates or nut slivers and serve warm.
Tips
- Use a heavy pan and keep stirring; barley flour settles at the bottom and can catch.
- Two tablespoons give a pourable bowl, three give a thick, spoonable one.
- Cooking for two? Double everything and add one more minute.
Questions people ask
How long does Talbeena take to cook?
3 to 5 minutes in a pan on a low to medium flame, stirring all the time.
Can I use water instead of milk?
Yes. Cook it the same way with water. Milk gives a creamier, richer bowl.
Do I need to add sugar?
It is up to you. The dry dates in the mix give a little natural sweetness; add honey, dates or sugar only if your family likes it sweeter.
Does it contain nuts?
Yes. Takmeeli Talbeena contains almonds, cashews and pistachios, and gluten from barley. Please read the allergen details on the pack.
Made with Takmeeli Talbeena With Dry Fruits – Elaichi Flavour
See the pack