5 Disappearing Sweets Of India

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Mohit Bisht

In India, as generations flourish, several old recipes are constantly replaced or forgotten in modern places. Here are some disappearing sweets of India.

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Sarbhaja

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It is a soft sweet sandwiched between a thick layer of smoked milk skin that originated in Bengal. With time, its form has changed much.

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Thaen Mittai

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It is a bright orange soft candy, staple in the glass jars. It was a staple at kirana shops in Tamil Nadu and some parts of Kerala.

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Garlic Kheer

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It was invented by the chefs of Awadh royal kitchens.

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Batica

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It is a Goan semolina and coconut cake for festive occasions. Now, it is disappearing from kitchens and bakeries.

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Elaneer Payasam

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It is a tender coconut kheer made by simmering milk with tender coconut water and pulp, sugar, and condensed milk, and flavoured it with cardamom powder.

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