Authentic Maithili Makhana Kheer with Crushed Pistachios
Indulge in a rich and creamy Maithili delicacy made by simmering fox nuts in sweetened whole milk, infused with aromatic green cardamom. This traditional dessert is garnished with roasted nuts, offering a comforting sweet treat that brings the authentic flavors of Mithila to your table.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Maithili
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan and roast the makhana on medium-low heat until they become crispy.
2
Remove half of the roasted makhana and coarsely crush them, leaving the remaining whole.
3
In the same pan, bring the full-fat milk to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer until it reduces slightly.
4
Add both the whole and crushed makhana into the simmering milk and cook for about 15 minutes until they soften.
5
Stir in the sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands, continuing to simmer until the kheer thickens to a creamy consistency.
6
Garnish with chopped pistachios and sliced almonds before serving warm or chilled.
Ingredients
2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
4 cups full-fat milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ghee
1/2 teaspoon green cardamom powder
1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
A few strands of saffron
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.