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    Makhaane ki kheer-Lotus seed pudding

    Sep 26, 2017 · 1 Comment

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    This gluten free pudding is a vrat special. Makhaane ki kheer or Lotus seed pudding is an easy recipe.It has got its origins in Indus valley civilization.In this vrat recipe,nuts needs no soaking.This makes it faster to cook.Fox nuts are easy to digest too.You can make it in a jiffy whenever you want.Makhana kheer is easy to digest unlike sabudana or sama ke chawal. Hence,It is a widely popular sweet.

    Kids also love whole roasted makhana

    Makhaane ki kheer
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    • makhana kheer benefits
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients
    • How to make makhana kheer?
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • FAQ
    • Related links
    • Makhaane ki kheer recipe | Lotus seed pudding recipe
    • Food safety

    makhana kheer benefits

    • 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.

    Equipment

    • saucepan / deep pan
    • chopper / food processor (for chopping nuts)

    Ingredients

    • lotus seeds/ fox nuts
    • sugar
    • mixed nuts( almonds and walnuts )
    • milk
    •  strands of saffron soaked in milk
    • cardamom powder
    • ghee

    refer to recipe card for details

    How to make makhana kheer?

    Here is a little video which can help you make a delicious lotus seed pudding.

    Substitutions and Variations

    You can use whole milk for a dairy based version. Add some condensed milk for sweetness as a variation. You may use almond milk or coconut milk for a vegan version. This makhaane ki kheer recipe can also be made in an instant pot or a heavy bottomed pan. Pudding made with crushed makhana can also be given to younger children who cannot consume salty or jaggery based roasted phool makhana as they may not be able to chew it.

    FAQ

    What are different types of kheer recipes?

    Sweet potato kheer, sago kheer, rice kheer, vermicelli kheer, bottle gourd kheer , apple kheer, phool makhana kheer recipe are some popular varieties.

    What do I do with lotus seeds?

    Fox nuts or puffed lotus seeds can also be used to make a quick snack like chivda if you do not want to add dairy to your diet.You can also toast them in some ghee or oil in an oven.They are great for tea-time.Also, helps you avoid extra calories of cookies and mixtures.Roasted makhanas are also a great snack if you do not want something elaborate as a chiwda.

    Related links

    • Kesar Pista kheer- saffron rice pudding
    • Lauki ki kheer | Dudhi kheer recipe
    • Apple kheer
    • Shakarkandi kheer | Sweet potato kheer recipe
    • seviyan kheer | sweet vermicelli
    Makhaane ki kheer
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    Makhaane ki kheer recipe | Lotus seed pudding recipe

    Fox nut pudding is an easy dessert for kids and also full of nutrition. Learn how to make makhana kheer here.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: Indian
    Keyword: foxnuts pudding, lotus seed pudding, makhaane ki kheer, makhana kheer
    Servings: 4
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • saucepan
    • Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cup lotus seeds /fox nuts makhane
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ¼ cup mixed dry fruits almonds and walnuts
    • 750 ml milk reduce it to 500 ml
    • 5-6 saffron strands soaked in 2 tablespoon milk
    • 2 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • 2 tablespoon 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 and cook on a medium heat until it comes to a boil. Let it simmer for few minutes.
    • Serve hot/cold.

    Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
    • Never leave cooking food unattended.
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
    • Always have good ventilation while cooking.

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    1. Ramesh says

      May 22, 2020 at 8:17 am

      Easy to cook.

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