Matar ki kheer recipe
Matar ki kheer or creamy green peas kheer to make the most of seasonal green peas. Do you crave for more green peas after the classics like matar paneer, peas masala or matar ki nimona? Give this delicious and totally one of a kind matar ki kheer a try
Servings: 4
Calories: 211kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup green peas
- pinch of sugar
- 10 cashews
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups whole milk boiled
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- few saffron strands
- Toasted chopped nuts optional
Instructions
- Shell and rinse the green peas once or twice.
- Bring whole milk to a boil and set aside.
- Add to the boiling water with a pinch of sugar and cook for 7-8 minutes. The peas should be soft and tender. Drain and rinse under cold running water.
- Transfer the green peas to a mixer jar. Add cashews, sugar and 1/8 cup boiled milk. Grind to a smooth puree.
- Add the green peas puree to the remaining milk and bring to a boil. Simmer for 6-7 minutes until the kheer thickens a bit.
- Add cardamom powder and saffron strands. Simmer for 2 more minutes. Remove from flame. Add toasted nuts if using, Serve matar ki kheer hot or chilled.
Notes
This kheer keeps well for 2 days in refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 211kcal