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Gadbad Ice Cream

This was a summer favorite when visiting family who lived in the coastal area of my home state of Karnataka (in Southern India). The name gadbad means confusion or chaos. Think of this recipe as more of an outline. You can use what fruits you think will go well – or leave out the nuts altogether if your kids (like mine) don’t like nuts mixed with fruits.

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 flavors of ice cream (We like vanilla, strawberry and mango)
  • 3 to 4 kinds of fruits, chopped (We like apple, banana, red seedless grapes, pineapple, and mango)
  • Strawberry jelly made ahead of time (Optional)
  • 2 to 3 kinds of unsalted nuts, chopped (Optional. Cashews, pistachios, almonds)
  • Cherries or mango puree for garnish

Instructions

  • 1. In tall glasses, layer the ingredients starting with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, then adding a couple tablespoons of fruits.
  • 2. Next, add a scoop of strawberry ice cream followed by more fruits or nuts.
  • 3. Last, add a layer of jelly and top off with a scoop of vanilla or the third flavor of ice cream.
  • 4. My family likes a drizzle of mango purée, but cherries make a gorgeous garnish too.