Kheer

Kheer Recipe: A Delicious and Healthy Dessert Option

Introduction:

Kheer is a popular dessert in Hyderabadi household, perfect for weddings, weekend get-togethers, or any occasion. This recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious dessert while keeping calorie count in mind.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1.5 liters Milk
• Sugar (as per taste)
• 3-4 crushed Cardamom
• Chopped Nuts of choice (almonds, cashew)

Method of Preparation:

1. Soaking Rice: Soak rice in water for an hour.
2. Cooking Rice: Choose one of the following methods:
   • Method 1: Cook rice in milk until soft, cool and then grind (cooking with this method gives smooth kheer).
   • Method 2: Grind soaked rice and then cook in milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps ( Results to grainy textured kheer) .
3. Cooking Kheer:
   • Cook the mixture until it begins to boil.
   • Add desired sugar, crushed cardamom, saffron strands(optional) and continue cooking until simmering.
4. Serving:
   • Dish out and serve cool.
   • Garnish with chopped nuts.

Tips:

• Stir constantly to avoid burning or sticking to the vessel.
• Always cook on low to medium flame to avoid burning.

Enjoy your homemade kheer with family and friends!