Makhana Kheer (Lotus Seed Kheer)

Hello Friends

I know I am a little late, but here I am wishing you a very Happy New Year. I took a short break from blogging due to health issues. But the break is over now. So watch out this place for more superb recipes. And to begin with  2013  here I am sharing Makahana Kheer.

Ingredients

Makhane (Lotus Seed)            1 Cup

Full Cream Milk                       Half litre

Sugar                                      As per taste

Jaggery                                  1 Spoon

Ghee/Clarified butter            2 Spoon

Saffron                                   2 pinch

Cardamom powder                 1/2 tsp

 Khoya                                   2tsp (optional)

Method

Boil the milk and keep aside.

Heat ghee in a non stick pan. Add makhanas and saute for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from fire and crush them with the help of rolling pin. Add  crushed makhans to boiled milk. Switch on the fire. Mix nicely. Simmer the fire.  Add sugar, jaggery, saffron and cardamom powder. Cook for about 10 minutes. Makhana Kheer is ready. Garnish with saffron strands and serve hot.