Kheer (coconut Milk Payasam)

Kheer, also known as Coconut Milk Payasam, is a traditional South Indian dessert that is creamy, aromatic, and full of rich flavors. This sweet dish is often prepared during festivals, special occasions, and family gatherings.

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Kheer (coconut Milk Payasam)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 4 cups coconut milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (cashews, almonds, pistachios)
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • 2 tbsp raisins

Instructions

  1. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 15 minutes. Drain the water and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, bring the coconut milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  3. Add the soaked rice to the boiling coconut milk and stir well. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is fully cooked and the mixture thickens.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, add sugar, chopped nuts, cardamom powder, and raisins. Stir well and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let the kheer cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
  6. Refrigerate the kheer for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with more nuts and serve chilled.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
7g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Serving bowls

Tools

Cooking stove Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the kheer as a delightful dessert after a traditional South Indian meal or as a sweet treat during festive gatherings.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can also add a few strands of saffron to the kheer while it's cooking.

Cost

$8