Makhana Kheer Recipe By Tarla Dalal

The makhana kheer recipe is similar to other kheers yet extremely delicious and popular dessert, made with the goodness of makhana (fox nut), dry fruits, milk and sugar. This North Indian recipe can be easily prepared at home in a few minutes and is loved by many. Extremely lip-smacking dessert, it is one of the most loved dishes prepared by Indians on fasting festivals like Navratri and Ganesh Chaturthi. Known for its different taste and health benefits, this dish is perfect for your next family get-together and have a great time. 

How To Make Makhane Ki Kheer , Ingredients For Makhane Ki Kheer

• 1 cup lotus seeds (makhana)
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 5 cups full-fat milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• A few saffron (kesar) strands
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg (jaiphal) powder
• 1 tbsp pistachio slivers

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Recipe For Makhane Ki Kheer

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1. To prepare makhana kheer, heat some ghee in a broad non-stick pan. Now add the lotus seeds and sauté on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes or till they turn crisp.
2. Turn off the flame, allow it to cool and blend in a mixer to make coarse powder. Keep aside.
3. Boil the milk in a deep non-stick pan, add the sugar, mix well and cook on a high flame for 2 minutes or till the sugar dissolves, while stirring continuously.
4. Reduce the flame to medium, add the coarsely crushed lotus seeds, mix well and cook for 19 minutes or till the milk has reduced to half while stirring and scraping the sides of the pan occasionally.
5. Add saffron and nutmeg powder, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 more minute.
6. Turn off the flame and let it cool completely.
7. Refrigerate the makhana kheer for at least 1 hour and serve chilled garnished with pistachios.

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