Mom'S Perfect Theritipaal (South Indian Milk "Fudge")

1. 1

   Boil milk in a heavy-bottomed pot and then lower the flame to medium.

2. 2

   Let the milk simmer till it reduces to one-fourth of the original quantity (about 30 minutes), stirring every 5 minutes for a whole minute.

3. 3

   Make a thick paste of the milk powder with 1 cup water.

4. 4

   Add it to the reduced milk and again bring it to a boil, stirring continuously.

5. 5

   Simmer again for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Now add sugar, mix well, bring to a boil, and then reduce flame to a simmer.

7. 7

   After about 20 minutes, when the mixture reduces into a coarse, thick batter (almost lumpy, like dense muffin-batter), remove from flame.

8. 8

   Let it stand until cooled to room temperature.

9. 9

   Spoon into dessert bowls and serve warm, or chilled.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.