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Sweeten Your Navratri With Homemade Makhana Kheer
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Sweeten Your Navratri With Homemade
Makhana Kheer

28 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
9
Ingredients
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During Navratri, we crave food that’s both satvik and comforting, and makhana kheer is a wonderful choice. This deliciously creamy and nutty dessert, made with fox nuts, milk, and dried fruits, is not only filling but also energising. It’s super easy to make, gentle on your gut, and truly makes your fasting days feel festive and indulgent.

Ingredients

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2 cupsMakhana (fox nuts)
1 litreFull cream milk
½ cupSugar/Jaggery (adjust to taste)
2 -3 tspGhee
½ tspCardamom powder
2 tbspChopped almonds
2 tbspChopped cashews
1 tbspRaisins
6–8Saffron strands (optional, soaked in warm milk)

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Roast the makhana

  • Start by heating ghee in a pan and roasting the makhana until they’re crispy. 

  • Take half of the roasted makhana and grind them to a fine powder. (For texture)

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Boil the milk

  • In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil, and then let it simmer until it thickens slightly.

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Add the makhana

Stir in both the whole and ground makhana, cooking them until they soften.

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Sweeten and flavour

  • Add in sugar or jaggery along with cardamom powder and some saffron strands (if using). 

  • Next, toss in the cashews, almonds, and raisins.

  • Make sure everything is well combined.

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Simmer and serve

  • Let it cook for a few minutes or until it reaches a creamy consistency. 

  • You can serve it warm or chilled, whichever way you prefer.

Step 1
Step 1: Roast the makhana
5 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Boil the milk
10 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Add the makhana
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Sweeten and flavour
5 Minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Simmer and serve
5 Minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Serve the makhana kheer in a charming wooden bowl to create an earthy and natural vibe.

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Pairing Instructions

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Pair makhana kheer with kesar phirni to really enhance your festive dessert spread.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Add a sprinkle of saffron strands or some chopped pistachios on top for that perfect finishing touch.

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