Rava Kesari

Rava Kesari is a delightful South Indian dessert made from semolina, flavored with cardamom, and enriched with nuts and saffron. This vegan version captures the authentic taste while being completely plant-based, making it a perfect treat for everyone.

Ingredients

• Semolina (rava) - 100 grams
• Water - 400 ml
• Sugar - 80 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cashews - 2 tablespoons
• Raisins - 2 tablespoons
• Cardamom powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Saffron strands - a pinch
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon (for color)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 2 tablespoons of warm water and set aside.
2. Heat a pan on medium heat and add the coconut oil.
3. Once the oil is hot, add the cashews and raisins, and sauté until the cashews are golden brown and the raisins are plump.
4. Remove the nuts and raisins from the pan and set them aside.
5. In the same pan, add the semolina and roast it on low flame, stirring continuously until it turns golden and aromatic, about 5-7 minutes.
6. In a separate pot, bring the water to a boil, then add the sugar, turmeric powder, and cardamom powder, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
7. Slowly pour the boiling sugar water mixture into the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
8. Add the soaked saffron water and mix well. Cook on low flame for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
9. Finally, fold in the sautéed cashews and raisins. Mix well and remove from heat.
10. Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 27 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick source of energy due to its carbohydrate content.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut oil and nuts, promoting heart health.

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