Today, I’m sharing a special recipe that’s perfect for fasting days: Sweet Potato Kheer. This delicious and nutritious dessert is not only easy to make but also satisfies your sweet cravings while keeping in line with your dietary restrictions during vrata (fasting).
Sweet potatoes are a powerhouse of nutrients and add a natural sweetness to the kheer, making it a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. Combined with creamy milk, aromatic cardamom, and crunchy nuts, this kheer is both comforting and indulgent. Whether you’re celebrating a festival, observing a fast, or simply in the mood for something sweet, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.
Let’s dive into the ingredients and preparation methods to create this delightful Sweet Potato Kheer that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Today, I’m sharing a special recipe that’s perfect for fasting days: Sweet Potato Kheer. This delicious and nutritious dessert is not only easy to make but also satisfies your sweet cravings while keeping in line with your dietary restrictions during vrata (fasting).
Sweet potatoes are a powerhouse of nutrients and add a natural sweetness to the kheer, making it a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. Combined with creamy milk, aromatic cardamom, and crunchy nuts, this kheer is both comforting and indulgent. Whether you’re celebrating a festival, observing a fast, or simply in the mood for something sweet, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.
Let’s dive into the ingredients and preparation methods to create this delightful Sweet Potato Kheer that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes – 2 (washed and peeled)
- Milk – 500 ml
- Ghee – 2 tablespoons
- Fox nuts (makhana) – ¼ cup
- Cashews – 1 tablespoon
- Raisins – 1 tablespoon
- Sugar – 2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
- Cardamom powder – ¼ teaspoon
- Pistachios – for garnish
Method
- Start by washing and peeling the sweet potatoes. Grate them finely using a grater. There’s no need to boil them beforehand, they will soften nicely while cooking in the kheer.
- Now heat a pan, heat ½ tablespoon of ghee over medium heat. Add ¼ cup of fox nuts (makhana), along with a tablespoon each of cashews and raisins. Lightly fry them for about 2 minutes until the fox nuts are crispy. Once done, remove them from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of ghee and then add the grated sweet potatoes. Sauté them for about 4-5 minutes until they soften and turn slightly golden.
- Now pour in 500 ml of pre-boiled milk and mix well. If you like your kheer creamier, feel free to add more milk.
- Next add the fried fox nuts, cashews, and raisins back into the mixture. Stir everything together, cover the pan, and let it simmer on low heat for about 7-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the kheer has thickened, add 2 tablespoons of sugar (you can adjust this to your taste) along with ¼ teaspoon of cardamom powder. Mix well and let it cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sugar to dissolve completely.
- Our sweet potato kheer is ready! You can serve it warm or chilled, garnished with fried cashews, raisins, and pistachios for added flavor.
- I hope you enjoy making this Sweet Potato Kheer! It’s a simple yet delicious dessert that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.
Tips:
- Adjust the sugar based on your preference. For a healthier twist, you can also use jaggery instead of sugar.
- Chilling the kheer before serving enhances its flavor, making it even more delightful.
- Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and enjoyed for 2-3 days.
