Vrat special- Makhaane ki kheer-Lotus seed pudding is an easy recipe.It has got its origins in Indus valley civilization.In this vrat kheer recipe,nuts needs no soaking.This makes it faster to cook.You can make it in a jiffy whenever you want.This kheer is easy to digest unlike sabudana or sama ke chawal.Hence,It is a widely popular sweet.
Benefits of fox nuts/makhaane
Fox nuts or phool makhaana are a good source of protein.They are also rich in magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.It is very high in fiber.It has nutrients higher than almonds and walnuts.Also it is very low in calories.Additionally, it enables weight loss.Fox nuts can also be used to make a quick snack like chivda if you do not want to add dairy to your diet.
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Ingredients
- 1,5 cup makhaane/lotus seeds
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup mixed dry fruits(almonds and walnuts)
- 750 ml milk(reduce it to 500 ml)
- 5-6 strands of saffron (soaked in 2 tbsp milk)
- 2 tsp cardamom powder
- 2 tbsp ghee or clarified butter
Instructions
- In a pan dry roast lotus seeds or makhane.
- Once they turn pink,add dry fruits to them.Mix well.
- Add ghee and stir well.
- Stir in milk,sugar,cardamom & saffron.
- Serve hot/cold.
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