Mooli (Radish) ki Kheer? Yes, you read that right! Get a load of this melt-in-your-mouth divine dessert that leaves you craving for more with every bite. Sit back, relax and enjoy as we dish out the recipe for you.
But first, the good news!
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Regular radish consumption promises health benefits manifold! It acts as a cleanser and disinfectant of harmful toxins present in the liver
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Radish comes packed with antioxidants and many essential nutrients that may treat and help manage many ailments. They are enriched with Vitamin C, potassium, folic acid, and have anti-cancer and anti-carcinogenic properties.
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Radishes are rich in fiber, hence aid in digestion, easing conditions like constipation. Radish consumption has also proved beneficial in relieving from cough, cold and flu due to its anti-congestive properties.
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Raw radish juice along with rock salt and a dash of black pepper is considered beneficial in treating conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney and liver related issues, and skin disorders.
Finally, the sweet treat!
Ingredients:Radish - 4 (grated); Milk - 1 litre; Almonds - 7-8 (sliced); Cashews - 8-10 (broken); Raisins - 10-12; Cardamom - 4-5 pieces; Grated dry coconut - 2 tbsp; Bay leaves – 2; Jaggery powder - 1 cup; Ghee - 2 tbsp.; Saffron - 1 pinch; Salt - 1 pinch
Preparation
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Steam the grated radish in hot water, strain it well and keep it aside.
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Take a sauce pan, boil the milk for five minutes with bay leaves and crushed cardamom.
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Take some boiled milk from the pan and mix saffron. Keep aside.
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Put ghee in a pan and sauté the radish till it becomes light golden brown in colour.
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Put the sautéed radish in the milk and stir it continuously, till it boils.
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Once the radish has boiled and the milk has reduced to a thicker consistency, add the saffron mixed milk and stir again.
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In a separate pan fry the cashew nuts and raisins in ghee till light golden brown in colour.
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Add the cashews, raisins, sliced almonds and grated coconut to the kheer cook for another few minutes.
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Once the kheer has achieved its desired consistency, mix in the jaggery powder and add a pinch of salt. Mix well.
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Bonus tip - Add two scoops of milk powder to the kheer to enhance the flavour.
The delicious and healthy 'Mooli ki Kheer' is ready to be served. Enjoy!