Video of making chocolate rasgulla goes viral, internet asks, “But why?”

What happens when a traditional dessert like rasgulla is infused with chocolate? In the ever-evolving world of fusion cuisine, culinary enthusiasts are constantly pushing the boundaries of taste and creativity. A viral video currently circulating online gives a fresh twist to the classic rasgulla: it shows the making of ‘chocolate rasgulla’. A traditional milk-based sweet rasgulla is cherished during festive occasions across India. While we have seen variations like rasmalai and fried rasgulla, this latest twist gives a fresh take on the traditional treat.

In the video titled ‘Chocolate Rasgulla in the making’, the creator starts by showing a few containers of hot chocolate from Cadbury. Then you see how the pastry chef pours milk from different packages into a container. This milk is then transferred to a large churning machine, where it is boiled. After boiling, the milk is filtered through a white muslin cloth and poured into a separate container. The rennet powder is then added to the milk, which is allowed to settle. Once the milk is drained from the chenna (curd), it is kneaded into a smooth mass.

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Before the final kneading, chocolate powder is added to the mixture, which is then rolled into small balls. These chocolate and white balls are cooked in sugar syrup until they become spongy. Once cooked, they are transferred to a separate bowl of sugar syrup kept off the heat. And just like that, the chocolate rasgulla is ready to enjoy.

The caption of the video states that each chocolate rasgulla costs Rs 20. The content creator also tagged the location of the store and stated that it is available at Nathu Sweets in Dubai Mall, Ghaziabad.

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So far, the video has clocked over 7 lakh views. One user wrote: “Aise kaunsi aafat aayi thi jo yeh karna pada (What disaster happened that this had to happen?).”

Another asked: “Will Bengalis feel insulted?”

Foodies were unsure of the reason behind this chocolate rasgulla and wondered: “Kya mil gaya ye kar ke? (What have they achieved by this?).”

“Waste cart rahe ho (They waste it),” read one comment.

One user hilariously called it “Radium Ball.”

“As a Bengali, I am against this sect. We cannot tolerate this,” read another comment.

If after watching the video you are craving rasgullas, here are some recipes to make the sweet delight at your home.