Vegan Classic Indian Kheer
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Vegan Classic Indian Kheer, a plant-based twist on the traditional Indian rice pudding. This comforting dessert combines fragrant basmati rice, luscious coconut milk, and silky almond milk, simmered to perfection with aromatic cardamom and a hint of saffron. Sweetened naturally and loaded with toasted almonds, cashews, and plump raisins, each spoonful offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. A touch of rose water adds an elegant floral note, while a sprinkle of pistachios on top provides the perfect garnish. Whether served warm or chilled, this dairy-free kheer is an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free and vegan dessert option, it's a celebration of Indian flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Basmati rice
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 0.25 teaspoon Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Almonds
- 2 tablespoons Cashews
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 1 tablespoon Chopped pistachios
- 1 teaspoon Rose water
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps in removing excess starch.
In a large pot, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, and rice. Stir well.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the sugar, cardamom pods, and saffron strands to the pot. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Simmer the mixture uncovered on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
While the kheer is simmering, lightly chop the almonds and cashews.
After 30 minutes of simmering, add the chopped almonds, cashews, and raisins to the pot. Stir to combine.
Continue to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the kheer thickens and the rice is fully cooked.
Once the kheer reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat and stir in the rose water.
Let the kheer cool slightly before transferring it to serving bowls.
Garnish the kheer with chopped pistachios before serving.
Enjoy the vegan kheer warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.9 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 954 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*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.
