Navratri Special: Creamy Makhana KheerVeg
Indulge in this Royal Makhana Kheer, a rich and creamy traditional Indian dessert perfect for Navratri fasting or any special occasion. Made with roasted fox nuts (lotus seeds), milk, crunchy cashews, aromatic cardamom, and a touch of saffron, this quick recipe offers a delightful texture and luxurious flavor. It is a healthy, wholesome sweet treat that can be served warm or chilled. Follow this easy, step-by-step guide to prepare this divine delight for your loved ones.
Ingredients
2 tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)
2 cups Makhana (Fox nuts/Lotus seeds)
5 piece Cashew Nuts
A few Cardamom Seeds
A pinch Saffron Strands
500 ml Milk
1 cup Sugar
A handful Raisins
Instructions
1
Heat ghee in a pan.
2
Add makhana (fox nuts) and lightly toast them until crisp, then set aside.
3
Take a portion of the toasted makhana and add it to a mixer jar.
4
Add cashew nuts, a few cardamom seeds, and a pinch of saffron.
5
Grind into a fine powder and set aside.
6
In a tempering pan, heat ghee.
7
Add cashew nuts and roast until golden brown, then add raisins and turn off the heat.
8
Pour milk into a pan and bring it to a boil.
9
Once the milk is warm, add the remaining toasted makhana.
10
Boil for several minutes, then stir in the makhana-cashew powder to thicken the mixture.
11
Add sugar (adjust to taste) and scrape down the sides of the pan.
12
Add a pinch of saffron and the prepared roasted cashews and raisins.
13
Turn off the stove and serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
2 servings per recipe
