Nut-Free Kesari
Indulge in the decadent sweetness of Nut-Free Kesari, a soft and luscious Indian dessert that’s perfect for anyone avoiding nuts. This vibrant saffron-infused treat features roasted semolina (sooji) cooked in ghee, sweetened with sugar, and lightly spiced with fragrant cardamom. Golden raisins add a chewy burst of flavor, while a touch of optional yellow food coloring enhances its signature warm hue. Free from nuts yet rich in flavor, this 30-minute recipe is an ideal choice for festive celebrations, casual gatherings, or a quick sweet fix. Serve warm to experience its melt-in-the-mouth texture and heavenly aroma—this nut-free kesari is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (Sooji/Rava)
- 0.5 cup Ghee (Clarified Butter)
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 1.5 cups Water
- 10 strands Saffron strands
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 drops Yellow food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the saffron strands in 2 tablespoons of warm water. Set aside for the saffron to infuse.
Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Once the ghee is melted, add the semolina (sooji/rava) to the pan.
Roast the semolina in the ghee, stirring continuously, until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. This should take around 6-8 minutes.
In a separate saucepan, boil 1.5 cups of water. Once boiling, carefully pour the hot water into the roasted semolina, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add the soaked saffron with the liquid, cardamom powder, and yellow food coloring (if using) to the mixture.
Stir well and let the semolina cook for 2-3 minutes until it absorbs the water and begins to thicken.
Add sugar to the thickened semolina and mix well. Allow the sugar to dissolve fully while continuing to stir.
Finally, add the raisins and mix them into the kesari. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
Turn off the heat and let the kesari rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the nut-free kesari warm, garnished with a few saffron strands on top for an extra touch of elegance.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.8 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 303 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.2 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
