Sweet Mixed Fruit Pachadi (A South Indian Delicious Mixed Fruit Accompaniment)

A “Pachadi” in South India means an accompaniment for the main course.There are numerous kinds of Pachadi,most of them Yogurt based,some of them Tamarind based and others like this which allow the ingredients to soak in their own juices.This is a rare Pachadi made with only fruits as the ingredient whereas the others either have only vegetables or a mixture of fruits and vegetables which are also uber delicious! This Pachadi goes down well with kids and I have devised various ways in which we can use it : With a cup of low fat Yogurt for a low calorie pudding (do not add extra sugar) Blended with low fat milk for an excellent mixed fruit milkshake (do not add extra sugar) Topped over a sponge or pound cake and baked at 150°C for 10 minutes makes and excellent fruit topping Served with plain vanilla ice cream or international desserts like Pavlova,Gelato or Cream Anglaise Spooned into a pie crust as a pie filling,topped with pastry and baked for a delicious fruit pie! Served as a dessert rather than an accompaniment on its own.