Oats Kheer (Sweetened Oatmeal with Cardamom, Nuts & Raisins)
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4.9
Oats Kheer (Sweetened Oatmeal with Cardamom, Nuts & Raisins)
Description
This Oats Kheer recipe begins by roasting rolled oats in ghee to develop a nutty aroma, which enhances the depth of flavor. The oats then cook slowly in a mixture of whole milk and water, sweetened with sugar and infused with aromatic spices like cardamom and strands of saffron, which add color and subtle fragrance. The pressure cooker or stovetop methods both yield a rich, creamy pudding with oats softened to a melting consistency.
The texture is thick and creamy, with the sweetness balanced by the warmth of cardamom and the unique aroma of saffron. Garnishes of roasted nuts and raisins provide contrasting textures and additional richness that complement the smooth kheer.
Typically served as a dessert, this kheer can be enjoyed warm or chilled depending on preference and occasion. The slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it an inviting finish to a meal or a treat on its own.
For variations, steel-cut oats can be used with longer cooking times. Vegan versions can be made by substituting dairy milk with plant-based milk. Adding jaggery instead of sugar is possible but should be done after cooking to prevent curdling. Roasting nuts in ghee prior to cooking intensifies their flavor. The pudding thickens upon cooling; adjust with milk if needed before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups milk whole
- 3 tablespoon sugar adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder aka Elaichi
- 1 pinch saffron aka Kesar
Garnish options
- pistachio sliced
- almonds Roasted, sliced
- raisins
- saffron aka Kesar
Instructions
Instant Pot Method
- Sanitize the instant pot thoroughly by cleaning all the parts.
- Heat the instant pot in saute mode. Add ghee and let it melt.
- Add rolled oats. Stir and saute for 2 minutes until you get the aroma of roasted oats.
- Add milk, water, sugar, saffron and cardamom. Press Cancel and close the lid with the vent in the sealing position.
- Set to manual or pressure cook mode at high pressure for 1 minute. When the cooking time is done, then let the pressure release naturally.
- Open the lid and stir the kheer. This kheer thickens as it cools.
- Garnish with more saffron, nuts, and raisins to your liking. This Oats Kheer is delicious and can be served hot or chilled.
Stovetop Method
- Heat a heavy bottom pan on medium heat. Add ghee to it and let it melt.
- Add the rolled oats and sauté them well till you get the aroma of roasted oats.
- Add water and whole milk to the pan and stir well.
- Simmer on a low flame and cook till the oats become soft and mushy. Keep stirring at regular intervals.
- Once the oats have reached the desired consistency, add the cardamom and roasted nuts, along with a pinch of saffron.
- Simmer for 2 more minutes and then switch off the stovetop. Enjoy the Oats Kheer.
Notes
- Ensure the instant pot and its parts are thoroughly cleaned before cooking sweets to avoid residual odors.
- Use steel-cut oats with a longer cooking time of 4 minutes under high pressure and natural release.
- To add jaggery instead of sugar, mix it after pressure cooking to prevent curdling of milk.
- Roast nuts in ghee before adding them to the kheer for enhanced flavor.
- The kheer thickens as it cools; add extra milk before serving to adjust consistency if desired.
- For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with plant-based alternatives like almond milk.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 221 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 221kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 57mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 234mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 198IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 151mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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