Easy Fig And Cashew Healthy Milk Shake

An Indian Milk Shake Recipe

A fiber rich fig and cashew healthy milkshake made with dried figs and raw cashews. Organic dried Calimyrna Figs make a great addition to this sweet fiber rich healthy milkshake. This quick milkshake has the option to be made vegan with your choice of milk, unsweetened oat milk being my currently favorite. Cashew and Fig Milkshake translates to Kaju Anjir Shake in Gujarati and makes a great treat or dessert option.

Cashew Milk Shake History

My family has been drinking this vary variation of shake before my time. It is a treat that my Mom loved and made frequently when I was growing up. Cashew and Fig Milk Shake was a go-to when she would fast on certain days, which is how I became a fan of it at a young age. Try it for yourself and let me know if it converts you over.

What makes Fig and Cashew a Healthy Milkshake?

Figs are high in fiber and naturally in sugar as well. Meaning, sugar can be optional when making this recipe. With the addition of vegan milk, this healthy milkshake can really be a treat for people of all ages. Hence, it is kid friendly.

Is this milkshake Kid Friendly?

You bet! My little ones love to help make cashew and fig milkshakes because it involves counting and simply being together. They enjoy the recipe with cow’s milk and like to drink it cold. When making it for my little ones, I am sure to blend the ingredients more than normal to make it more a consistent smooth texture. Let me know how your little one likes it. I would love to know.

Interested in another kid friendly dessert? Give this recipe a try with fresh fruit and cream cheese.

Where to buy dried figs?

They are readily available at large grocery stores these days. Products like Calimyrna Figs, Mission Figs, and Turkish Figs can be found at Costco sometimes, but you can always buy them here .

Black Mission Figs

This is the anjir I grew up eating. We would buy them in India and keep them in our refrigerator. The most fascinating think about dried mission figs from India is the way they dry and store them.

How do you sun dry figs?

In India they are linked on a thin rope. As the mission figs begin to dry they are moved closer together eventually forming disk like rings on the rope. They store well are very eco friendly since there is no non-compost material being used. Another reason to love certain products and buy eco friendly packaging.

When Fig season comes around, you can try to sun dry your own figs by placing them in direct sunlight with a nat/fly cover over it. The process is lengthy but worth it if you have your own fig tree.

How Should Dried Figs be Stored?

Once the package has been opened, I like to store them in an air tight container and place it in the refrigerator. They tend to last longer. Once you refrigerate dried figs they become a bit hard, but that is okay when it comes to recipes like this where you will need to reheat them to bring back some softness to them.

Can I use fresh figs instead?

I do not recommend it. The taste of the milkshake will be completely different and not one that I prefer.

Fiber and Sugar in Figs

Figs are high in sugar and fiber both. Even though it is natural sugar, it should be taken into consideration when linking it to a diabetic diet. This cashew and fig milkshake is a recipe that is to be enjoyed as a treat, even though I can replace an entire meal for it because it tastes so good!

Kaju Anjir Shake for Dessert

I love to serve Cashew and Fig Healthy Milkshakes for dessert at gatherings. They make great statement desserts on a buffet layout when you use shot glasses. Top each glass with a dried cashew for extra decor. If you have me over and make this as a treat, don’t mind if I pick up an extra serving…mmk?

What does a fig and cashew milkshake taste like?

I personally think it is the best Indian Milk Shake, and my family is definitely on the same boat with that opinion. The crunch of the fig seeds and the cashews when blended to a little bigger pieces is my absolutely favorite. The tiny fig seeds are a delight to bite into when drinking the shake. Personally my favorite milkshake!

Fig and Cashew Shake Step by Step Instructions

Fig and Cashew Healthy Milkshake Recipe

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Fig and Cashew Milkshake

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• ▢ 2 whole dried figs (I use calimyrna figs)
• ▢ 15 whole cashews
• ▢ 1 tablespoon sugar (regular granulated sugar)
• ▢ 8 oz milk of choice

Instructions

• Place the figs in a bowl with enough water for them to be fully submerged and heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes (until they are soft).
• Put figs, cashews, sugar, and 4oz of milk in a blender and pulse on high for about 30 seconds.
• Add the remaining 4oz of milk and blend for an additional 10 seconds.
• Serve!
• Tip 1- add the shake to shot glasses for a fun mini dessert. Tip 2- drink it straight out of the blender! (I use a magic bullet to blend and it comes with ready to go cups.)

Nutrition

Fig and Cashew Milkshake

Ingredients

• 2 whole dried figs (I use calimyrna figs)
• 15 whole cashews
• 1 tablespoon sugar (regular granulated sugar)
• 8 oz milk of choice

Instructions

• Place the figs in a bowl with enough water for them to be fully submerged and heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes (until they are soft).
• Put figs, cashews, sugar, and 4oz of milk in a blender and pulse on high for about 30 seconds.
• Add the remaining 4oz of milk and blend for an additional 10 seconds.
• Serve!
• Tip 1- add the shake to shot glasses for a fun mini dessert. Tip 2- drink it straight out of the blender! (I use a magic bullet to blend and it comes with ready to go cups.)

Nutrition

Recipe Courtesy of The Curry Mommy

THE Papad Roll, an Indian Wrap!

A Papad Roll includes spicy grilled chicken seekh kebab wrapped in a tortilla of choice with homemade green chutney, fresh onions, and roasted papad. The addition of papad in any Indian wrap elevates the flavors with different textures. Hence, beware of the cravings after taking a bite of this papad roll.

The Papad Roll

A hot chicken kebab wrapped in a warm tortilla with cilantro chutney, marinated onions, and a crunchy roasted papad is the ultimate mouth pleasing meal this summer season! Below you will find the recipe for chicken kebabs, cilantro chutney, and marinated onions along with the assembly details.

THIS COMBO IS GOING TO KNOCK YOUR CHAMPALS (slippers) OFF

How to assemble The Papad Roll Indian Wrap

1. Heat a tortilla of your choice. I love Trader Joe’s handmade flour tortillas, but if you want to try a gluten free or healthier option try Siete Tortillas.
2. Top the center of the tortilla with a heaping spoonful of green jalapeno cilantro chutney
3. Place the hot kebab on top of the chutney
4. Add some marinated onions
5. crush roasted papd on top (I use lijjat black pepper papad which is available at most Indian Grocery Stores)
6. Roll one side and the roll the other side over it to form a handheld meal.

If you don’t have the itch for spicy food, feel free to use ginger, garlic, and green chili peppers to your liking.

If you like this Indian Wrap Recipe, try these Indian grilled recipes as well…

1. Masala Chicken Wings
2. Cilantro Wings
3. Lamb Chops

How to make this recipe vegetarian?

Use your favorite vegetarian kebab recipe! Substitute vegetarian meat options for the chicken and continue with the recipe. I have friends who make vegetarian kebabs and use this same recipe. Let me know how you like it!

Ground Chicken vs Ground Turkey

Feel free to use either or. I personally love using ground chicken in seekh kebabs but you are welcome to use turkey. I highly suggest adding an egg to ground turkey to keep the moisture intact as well as fresh onions versus dried. The papad is a must in this Indian Wrap Recipe!

Chicken Kebab Recipe for Papad Roll

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Chicken Kebabs (Papad Roll)

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Chicken Kebab Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb ground chicken
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh grated garlic (double if you love spice)
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (double if you love spice)
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh grated green chilies (thai, serrano, or jalapeno peppers)
• ▢ ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro (stems and leaves)
• ▢ 5 tablespoon dried chopped onions (key ingredient)
• ▢ ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ▢ 2 tablespoon fresh chopped green garlic (optional) available in the freezer section at Indian Grocery Stores
• ▢ 1 teaspoon cumin/jeera seeds (optional)
• ▢ 1 egg (optional)
• ▢ salt (I use ½ tablespoon of Morton’s iodized salt)

Instructions

KEBAB MIXTURE

• Combine the kebab ingredients together and mix with a VERY light hand. Over mixing may cause the meat to toughen.
• You are now ready to cook the kebabs.
• Feel free to leave this mixture in the fridge for up to 3 days or cook immediately. (MY TIP: avoid adding salt if marinating)

OVEN BAKED INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat oven to 375 degrees and prep the oven roasting pan. (MY TIP: I place water on the bottom of the baking tray, then place the rack, and then kebabs over it. It helps with cleaning and keeps the kebabs moist.)
• Form the kebabs into the shape of your choice and coat the outside with a generous amount of oil. To give you an idea I make them to be about the size of mini cucumbers. (feel free to make any shape you want)
• Place the shaped kebabs on the roasting pan and put the pan into the pre-heated oven.
• Cook for about 30 minutes (or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees). No flipping required.
• Remove from the oven and serve hot!

GRILLING INSTRUCTIONS

• Form the kebab mixture onto metal skewers THEN coat the outside with a generous amount of oil (if using wooden skewers be sure to soak them in water for 20 minutes before using)
• Once the grill is fired up, cook the kebabs until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
• Once cooked remove from the grill, take the metal skewer off, and serve hot.

PAN ROAST INSTRUCTIONS

• Form the kebab mixture to the size and shape of your liking then coat the outside with oil.
• Heat a nonstick pan and then place the kebabs on the pan.
• Cook for about 12 minutes making sure you roll the kebabs in the pan to cook evenly. Feel free to cover with a lid/dome to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the kebabs.
• Serve hot!
• Increase or lessen the garlic, ginger, and green chili measurement according to your spice level.

Jalapeno Cilantro Sauce

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Jalapeno Cilantro Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup cilantro, stems and leaves (about 1 bunch of cilantro)
• 1 cup sour cream (see above for substitutions)
• 3 cloves fresh garlic (more or less)
• 1 green chili pepper of choice (jalapeno, thai chili, serrano, etc)
• salt
• water (optional)

Instructions

• Blend the cilantro, garlic, and green chili pepper into a fine paste.
• Mix the blended contents with sour cream and some salt. If you prefer a more dressing like consistency, then add some water and mix well.
• Chill in the refrigerator or enjoy immediately.

Notes

Onion Salad for Papad Roll Indian Wrap

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Onion Salad

Ingredients

• ½ red onion
• ½ teaspoon red chili powder (lal mirch)
• ½ teaspoon Morton’s iodized salt
• ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• 2 finely chopped, cilantro stems with leaves

Instructions

• Chop the red onion to your desired size. I like to cut it lengthwise for this dish.
• Mix all of the ingredients with the onions in a large bowl. Best if mixed by hand so you can ensure a thorough mix has been done. Feel free to wear a glove :).
• Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Feel free to marinate for up to 3 days if you prefer softer marinated onions.