Fruity Vermicelli Kheer: A Healthy & Delicious Indian Dessert
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About Fruity Vermicelli Kheer: A Healthy & Delicious Indian Dessert
This Fruity Vermicelli Kheer recipe puts a vibrant, healthy spin on a classic North Indian dessert. I've added a medley of fruits and nuts to create a comforting yet nutritious treat, perfect for everyone, especially growing children and new moms. It's rich and creamy, thanks to the full-cream milk and ghee, but also packed with the goodness of custard apple, plums, and apricots.
As a passionate home cook, I believe in making healthy eating delicious! This recipe cleverly incorporates powdered dry fruits for extra nutrition – a great way to sneak in goodness, especially for picky eaters. While easily adaptable for calorie-conscious individuals, this version embraces the full flavour of traditional kheer.
Enjoy this delightful dessert as a satisfying end to your brunch or dinner. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep5 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total20 minutes
Ingredients
Vermicelli & Dairy
- 1/2 cup Vermicelli
- 1 ltr Milk
Fruits & Nuts
- 1 Custard Apple deseeded and pulped, medium-sized
- 1/4 cup Cashews chopped
- 1/4 cup Walnuts chopped
- 2 Apricots fresh or dried, thinly sliced for garnish
- 2 Plums fresh or dried, thinly sliced for garnish
Optional additions
- 1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder for added aroma and flavor
- 1/4 tsp Pistachios chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Vermicelli
- Melt ghee in a pan or kadai over medium heat. Add the vermicelli and roast for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Cook the Kheer
- Add the full-fat milk to the pan and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the sugar and cardamom powder (if using). Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Add Custard Apple
- Stir in the pulped custard apple. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vermicelli is cooked through and the kheer has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Incorporate Nuts
- Stir in the chopped cashews and walnuts. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook the nuts.
Garnish & Serve
- Remove from heat and let the kheer cool slightly. Garnish with thin slices of apricots and plums, and chopped pistachios (if using). Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Fruity Vermicelli Kheer
- For a smoother kheer, you can blend the cooked kheer briefly with an immersion blender before garnishing.
- Feel free to experiment with other fruits like mango or banana. Adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of the fruit.
- To reduce the sweetness further, you can add a little rose water.
- If using dried fruits, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes before adding them to the kheer for better texture and flavor.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 6gFat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.8gSugar: 6g
Kirti Misra
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What a delicious recipe! Thanks for posting.
Absolutely fantastic! Thanks for the recipe.
Such a great recipe! Can’t wait to try it.
This is fantastic! Thank you for sharing.
Wow taste bhi health bhi ….. 🙂
My favorite dish