Healthy Brown Rice Kheer
- January 24, 2022
Easy
Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup brown rice
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 1 tbsp jaggery or honey (optional for sweetness)
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp chopped cashews (for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- A pinch of saffron (optional)
Directions:
- Cook Rice: Rinse the brown rice and cook it in 1/2 cup water until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Kheer: In a saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Add the cooked brown rice and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the rice is fully cooked and the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add Sweetener: Stir in the jaggery or honey, cardamom powder, and vanilla extract (if using). Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped almonds, cashews, and saffron.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the kheer to cool slightly before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Enjoy your nutritious and tasty brown rice kheer!
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Brown rice: High in fiber and nutrients, supporting digestion and providing sustained energy.
- Low-fat milk: Offers protein and calcium with lower saturated fat.
- Cardamom powder: Aids digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Chopped almonds: Rich in healthy fats and vitamin E, promoting heart health.
- Chopped cashews: Provide healthy fats and essential minerals for overall wellness.
- Saffron: Rich in antioxidants, may enhance mood and cognitive function.
