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Malai

The thick layer of cream that sets on milk after it is boiled and left to cool. It is milk fat risen to the surface, closer to clotted cream than to pouring cream.

Origin

A dairy product of Indian cooking, skimmed from simmered milk.

Flavour

Rich, sweet, and milky.

How to use it

Fold it into curries and sweets, or whip it as a topping.

Storage

Refrigerate and use it fresh. It sours.

Recipes using it

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