Ghiya Kheer Recipe: Delicious Bottle Gourd Pudding
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About Ghiya Kheer Recipe: Delicious Bottle Gourd Pudding
Discover the delightful taste of Ghiya Kheer, a unique and nourishing Indian dessert perfect for fasting or any occasion! This creamy bottle gourd pudding blends the subtle sweetness of lauki (bottle gourd) with the richness of milk, creating a surprisingly delicious and healthy treat. Garnished with aromatic nuts, it's a flavorful twist on traditional kheer.I especially love making this during fasting periods, but it's also a wonderful surprise for guests. Its light texture and subtle sweetness make it appealing even to those who aren't typically fans of bottle gourd. This simple recipe is easy to follow, yielding a pudding that's both satisfying and healthy.Prepare to be amazed by this unexpected culinary delight! The creamy texture, subtle sweetness, and satisfying aroma will make this your new favorite kheer variation. Give it a try and experience the magic of Ghiya Kheer!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook35 minutes
Total50 minutes
Ingredients
Bottle Gourd Preparation
- 500 gm Bottle Gourd lauki/ghiya, peeled, and grated, seeded
Nuts and Spices
- 50 gm Almonds blanched, and slivered, peeled
- 25 gm Cashews roasted and chopped
- 25 gm Pistachios shelled and chopped
- 1 tsp Cardamom Powder elaichi, freshly ground for best flavor
Instructions
Prepare the Bottle Gourd
- Wash, peel, and deseed the bottle gourd. Grate it finely using a grater.
Cook the Milk and Nuts
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine the milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and chopped cashews. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes until the milk slightly thickens.
Sauté the Bottle Gourd
- Heat the ghee in a separate pan. Add the grated bottle gourd and sauté until it turns light golden brown. This helps to remove excess moisture and enhances the flavor.
Combine and Simmer
- Add the sautéed bottle gourd to the milk mixture. Stir well and simmer for another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the kheer reaches your desired consistency. Stir in the chopped pistachios and optional mawa during the last few minutes of cooking.
Cool and Serve
- Remove from heat and let the Ghiya Kheer cool completely. Once cooled, serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with extra chopped nuts if desired.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Ghiya Kheer
- For a smoother kheer, you can blend a portion of the cooked bottle gourd before adding it to the milk mixture.
- Adjust the sugar quantity according to your preference. Taste and add more if needed.
- If you don't have mawa, you can omit it or substitute with a tablespoon of condensed milk for extra creaminess.
- To enhance the aroma, add a pinch of saffron strands along with the cardamom powder to the milk mixture.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.4gCholesterol: 1mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g
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Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.
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