Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)
A creamy delight, kheer is a traditional feast made on the auspicious occasion of Eid. Indulge in a bowl of rich and delicious kheer made of indigenous little millet. Share this gratifying humble bowl of sweetness with your loved ones too.
Now add the cooked little millet (samai). Let it boil for 2 minutes.
Add the nuts and organic jaggery powder/dates purée.
Turn off the heat. Garnish with pumpkin seeds.
Serve hot. Enjoy.
Power tips and variations
You can use hand-pounded rice or rice vermicelli instead of little millet (samai) too.
For a quick consistency check, take some kheer in a spoon and pour it back. If it drops together in a pan, it means the kheer is ready. But if the milk and rice separate, then cook it some more time.
Make your own almond milk at home with these steps:
Soak 10-12 almonds overnight.
Next day, discard the water and blenderize the soaked almonds using a bit of water to make a fine paste.
Then add a glass of water to get a thin consistency of milk. Do not sieve (keep the fiber intact).
Your almond milk is ready.
Notes
This little millet kheer is great for diabetics as it is low in glycemic index (GI). Rightly called Nutri cereals, these are rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and phytochemicals.
Almond milk is an excellent source of vitamin E, which helps protect and boost heart health.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.