Phool Makhana Kheer| Traditional Indian Recipe| Navratri Special

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Now We All Know How Healthy Makhanas Are. They Are:

• Rich in fibre
• Good for the heart
• Helps with strong bones
• Keeps constipation at bay
• Great for weight loss

So instead of giving them salted foxnuts sauteed in ghee., try out this yum makhane ki kheer recipe. It’s sweet and healthy – perfect to make this Navratri.

Ingredients 

• 250 gms / big bowl of Makhana
• 1 litre Milk
• 2-3 Tbsp Ghee 
• 5-6 Tbsp Sugar 
• Cardamom powder 
• Dry fruits like raisins , roasted almonds & cashews ( optional)
• Saffron ( optional )

Method

• Melt 2 spoons of ghee in a kadhai 
• Once heated add the makhanas and roast it well for 4-5 mins or until crunchy
• Stir often while roasting
• Once roasted, keep them aside to cool 
• heat the milk in a deep pan ( stir occasionally)
• Take about 3/4 quantity of the Makhana and semi-grind it  
• Keep the other 1/4 portion of roasted Makhana as it is 
• Once the milk is warm ( not boiling ) , add the powdered Makhana to it 
• cook for 7-8 mins
• Add 1/4 Makhana now and continue stirring gently 
• Mix in the sugar and stir well. 
• Scrape the milk from the sides and continue stirring occasionally. 
• Add saffron ( optional ) 
• Add the cardamom powder and dry fruits for garnishing 
• Cool to room temperature or refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving
• The kheer will thicken more on cooling so keep the consistency accordingly

Note: 

Powdering the Makhana gives a smooth consistency to the kheer. If you want texture and bite in the kheer, then chop the makhanas or add them whole, if they are small in size. 

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You can also check out the yum dhokla recipe we have. It’s easy and a must-try!