About Poha Kheer (Aval Payasam):
Poha Kheer, also known as Aval Payasam, is a popular traditional Indian dessert made with flattened rice (poha), milk, sugar, and flavoured with aromatic spices. This creamy and delightful dish is especially cherished during festivals, celebrations, and family gatherings.
Origins and Cultural Significance
Poha Kheer has its roots in Indian culinary traditions, where rice-based sweets are common. It is especially prevalent in South Indian cuisine, often as a festive dish. The combination of poha and milk creates a rich, comforting dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages.
Yield: 4
Materials
- 1.5 tsp Ghee
- 1 tbsp Cashews, chopped
- 1 tbsp Almond chopped
- 1 tbsp Raisins
- 1/2 cup Poha flattened rice
- 500 ml Milk
- 1/4 cup Sugar adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp dry shredded coconut
- ¼ teaspoon Green cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder
- 1 tbsp Pistachios sliced, for garnish
- few rose petals for garnishing
Instructions
Method
- Heat 1.5 tsp ghee on medium flame Fry the cashews, Almonds and raisins until they turn golden and puff up. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, lightly roast the poha on medium flame until it turns crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add 1/4 cup of water and 500 ml of milk in the same pan, and bring the milk to a boil.
- Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.
- Add the roasted poha to the boiling milk and cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the poha softens.
- Add cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, fried nuts and dry shredded Coconut, to the kheer.
- Add Sugar and Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Poha Kheer is ready.
- Garnish the kheer with pistachios and Rose petals.
- creamy and delicious Poha Kheer (Aval Payasam) is ready to be served! Enjoy it warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Recipe Video
Recipe Source: https://spicyvegrecipes.com/poha-kheer/

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