About
Chiku, also known as sapota, chikoo or sapodilla, is a tropical fruit native to Mexico and Central America. It is a sweet, brown-skinned fruit with a soft, yellow-brown flesh. Sapota is high in dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. It is also a good source of antioxidants. Chiku can be eaten fresh or used to make juices, jams, and desserts. Chiku milkshake is a very popular drink in India.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
0.7
Fats
21.4
Carbs
1.1
Fibre
10.9
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Recipe
Ingredients
chiku (sapodilla) pulp
2 cups
sugar
2 cups
ghee
2 tablespoons
chopped almonds
2 tablespoons
chopped cashews
2 tablespoons
raisins
2 tablespoons
chopped pistachios
2 tablespoons
cardamom powder
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2:
Add the chopped almonds, cashews, raisins, and pistachios and fry until golden brown.
Step 3:
Add the chiku pulp and sugar and mix well.
Step 4:
Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 5:
Add the cardamom powder and mix well.
Step 6:
Transfer the halwa to a greased plate and spread it evenly.
Step 7:
Garnish with the remaining nuts and let it cool.
Step 8:
Cut into desired shapes and serve.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 38988 users have chowed down on Chiku a whopping 88502 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Pune, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Indore, Delhi are the top 5 cities gobbling up Chiku like there's no tomorrow.
When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Chiku, our users are head over heels in march, but the interest cools down in july.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Chiku is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 38988 users have chowed down on Chiku a whopping 88502 times.
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