Vermicelli Kheer
Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Vermicelli Kheer—a classic Indian dessert that's perfect for any festive occasion or as a comforting treat. This luscious pudding is made with golden-roasted vermicelli simmered in rich, velvety milk, sweetened with sugar, and infused with the warm flavors of cardamom and saffron. A garnish of golden-fried cashews, plump raisins, and slivers of almonds adds a delightful crunch and bursts of flavor to every spoonful. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make dessert boasts a luxurious texture and a beautiful golden hue, making it an irresistible choice for your dessert table. Serve it warm for a cozy finish to your meal, or chilled for a refreshing summertime treat. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and decadence, Vermicelli Kheer is a must-try dessert that never fails to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vermicelli
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 4 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Cashews
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Almond slices
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Warm milk
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Add 1 cup of vermicelli to the pan and roast it until golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Set it aside.
In the same pan, fry 2 tablespoons of cashews until golden, then add 2 tablespoons of raisins and cook until they puff up. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of milk to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking or scorching.
Add the roasted vermicelli to the boiling milk and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the vermicelli softens.
Stir in 0.5 cup of sugar and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the sugar dissolves completely.
Mix 1 pinch of saffron strands with 2 tablespoons of warm milk and add it to the kheer along with 0.5 teaspoon of cardamom powder. Stir well to combine.
Lower the heat and allow the kheer to simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
Garnish the kheer with fried cashews, raisins, and 2 tablespoons of almond slices.
Serve warm or chilled as a delightful dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 410 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.3 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 179.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.1 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 1440 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2320 mg | 49% | |
*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.
