Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
2.5
servings
1 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

2 tbsp

Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)

2 tbsp

Sugar or jaggery

2 unit

Cardamom (Elaichi) Pods/Seeds

1 unit

Sweet Potato

skin removed and grated

0.5 cup

Milk

10 unit

Saffron strands

10 unit

Cashew nuts

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Grind the coconut and cardamom with water to extract coconut milk.

Step 2
~4 min

Squeeze out all the coconut milk from the pulp.

Step 3
~4 min

Add the coconut milk, grated sweet potato, milk, sugar, and saffron strands to a saucepan.

Step 4
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5
~4 min

Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.

Step 6
~4 min

Once the kheer thickens, add the semolina.

Step 7
~4 min

Keep stirring until the semolina boils.

Step 8
~4 min

Switch off the heat.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve in a bowl garnished with chopped cashew nuts.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve after a Lucknowi Murg Biryani with Raita for lunch.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the sweet potato slightly before grating for a deeper flavor.

Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference.

Garnish with chopped pistachios in addition to cashews.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a dessert after an Indian meal.

Enjoy as a sweet treat on a cold day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lucknowi Murg Biryani
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Kheer is a traditional Indian dessert often made for festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Diwali
Holi
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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