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Makhana Kheer

Makhana Kheer

⏱️Prep: 5 mins
🔥Cook: 25 mins
🍽️Serves 4

🥘 Ingredients

  • 2 cups Makhana (Fox Nuts)
  • 1 liter Full Cream Milk
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (or Jaggery)
  • 1 tbsp Ghee
  • 1/2 tsp Cardamom powder
  • Chopped Dry Fruits (Almonds, Cashews, Pistachios)
  • Saffron strands (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1

Heat ghee in a pan and roast the Makhana on low heat until they become crisp.

2

Crush 1/3rd of the roasted Makhana coarsely. Keep the rest whole.

3

Boil the milk in a heavy-bottomed pot. Reduce the flame and let it thicken slightly.

4

Add the roasted Makhana (both whole and crushed) to the boiling milk.

5

Cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes until the Makhana softens and the milk thickens.

6

Add sugar, cardamom powder, and nuts. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

7

Turn off the heat. Serve warm or chilled.

💡 Cultural Significance

Makhana is considered auspicious in Mithila and is often served during weddings and festivals. This kheer is a healthier alternative to rice kheer.

Contributed by

✍️Mithilalegacy Team