Vegan Kheer

Vegan Kheer is a delightful Indian dessert made with creamy almond milk and fragrant basmati rice, simmered to perfection with cardamom and sweetened with natural maple syrup. This midnight treat is not only comforting but also a wholesome end to your day.

Ingredients

• Almond milk - 400 ml
• Basmati rice - 50 g
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Cardamom pods - 4 (crushed)
• Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews) - 30 g
• Raisins - 20 g
• Coconut oil - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 15 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat, then add the crushed cardamom pods and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring for a couple of minutes to coat the rice with the oil and cardamom.
4. Pour in the almond milk and a pinch of salt, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot, allowing it to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens.
6. Once cooked, stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, chopped nuts, and raisins, mixing well.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving warm or chilled.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from nuts, promoting heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from cardamom and raisins, which may boost immunity.

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