Chena Murki | Diabetic-Friendly Bengali Sweet
Chena murki is a delightful Indian sweet that originates in eastern India. Chena murki is extremely popular in Bengal and Odisha. It is made of mainly paneer and other ingredients.
Chena murki is an amazing sweet that melts easily in the mouth. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Chena murki sweet is perfect for enjoying festivals and special occasions.
You can buy chena murki from the store or easily make your own. The problem is store bought sweets are mostly made using high glycemic ingredients and refined sugar which is not good for your overall health and can increase your blood sugar level.
Here, we are sharing the chena murki recipe which is made by using low glycemic load ingredients. This sweet recipe is good for your overall health and doesn't impact your sugar levels. This recipe is perfect for those who prioritize their health without compromising the taste.
Chena Murki Ingredients
- Paneer (diced)200g
- Diabexy Sugar100g
- Rosewater5ml
- Cardamom powder5g
- Water56ml
How to Make Chena Murki: Step-by-Step Guide
Prepare the Sugar Syrup
Take 100g of Diabexy Sugar and place it in a heated pan.
Add 56ml of water to the pan.
Combine both ingredients until they form a syrup-like texture.
Cook the Paneer
Once the sugar syrup is ready, add 200g of diced paneer into the pan.
Allow the mixture to come to a boil, ensuring the paneer is immersed in the syrup.
Add cardamom powder according to taste.
Finish the Dish
Cook the paneer in the syrup until it turns golden brown, stirring gently as needed.
Once the paneer is cooked, add 1 tsp of rose water for fragrance and flavor.
Mix well to incorporate the rose water into the mixture.
Serve and Enjoy
Your Chena murki is now ready to be enjoyed!
Serve it warm or chilled as per your preference.
Estimated Glycemic Load (EGL) per 100g
0.7Extremely low - Excellent choice for diabetics!
Paneer is rich in protein which helps in muscle building, repair, and growth of body tissues. Diabexy sugar contains fructooligosaccharide (EGL ZERO), a type of fiber that does not get absorbed in the intestine and gets flushed out without affecting blood sugar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! This version uses Diabexy sugar (sweet fiber with zero EGL). With only 0.7 EGL per 100g, it's an excellent diabetic-friendly sweet.
Yes, store-bought paneer works well. Ensure it's fresh and cut into uniform cubes for even cooking.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Absolutely! Add saffron strands, kewra water, or nutmeg powder for different variations.
Diabexy sugar contains fructooligosaccharide (EGL ZERO), a fiber that doesn't get absorbed in the intestine and flushes out without affecting blood sugar, making it safe for diabetics.
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