Thursday, September 2, 2010

Makhana [Lotus Seeds] Kheer Fasting Recipe



Makhana Kheer is a popular recipe for fasting. It is a Healthy recipe. Makhana Kheer is a good energizer at the fasting time. It is rich in vitamins also. Learn how to make Makhana Kheer in this easy way.

Ingredients for Makhana Kheer

Makhana [Lotus Seeds] – 1 cup
Milk – 1 liter
Sugar – 1/4   cup
Ghee – 1 tbsp
Cashew nuts  – 5 [fried]
Almonds – 5 [chopped]
Pistachio – 4 [chopped]
Cardamom Powder – 1/2 tsp

Method of Preparing Makhana Kheer

Heat ghee in a pan and fry the makhana till crisp. Take out and roughly crush.
Boil the milk on low flame for 5 minutes. Add crushed makhana and continue boiling, until the kheer becomes thick. Stir occasionally.
Add sugar and cook for another 10 minutes.
Remove from eths flame and decorate with chopped almonds, fried cashew nuts and chopped pistachio. Serve hot or chilled.

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