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September 1, 2007
Fresh Rakhi Goodies : Kheer And Coconut Laddoos
For Rakhi this year, my brother and I were together for the first time in almost 6 years and that alone called for some special home-made goodies. So I made Kheer [his favourite] and some Coconut Laddoos. Here are the recipes ...
KHEER [SWEET RICE PUDDING]
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Serves 10
Prep Time : 30 minutes
Cooking Time : 1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients
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2 cups uncooked rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes, then drained
2 litres full cream milk
1 can condensed milk
2 cups sugar
few strands of saffron
2 tbsp milk masala
Method
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In a heavy-bottomed saucepan simmer milk, sugar and condensed milk on medium heat for about 20 minutes, bringing the mixture to a boil. Stir constantly to avoid burning. Add the rice, saffron and milk masala, reduce heat to low and simmer for an 1 hour, stirring constantly till the kheer thickens. Serve hot or chilled garnished with slivered nuts.
Notes
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* The use of a heavy bottomed utensil is vital to avoid the rice and sugar from sticking and burning at the bottom.
* Light condensed milk can be substituted instead of regular condensed milk.
* Sugar can be added or lessened as per taste.
* Soaking the rice for 30 minutes prior to cooking it in milk, ensures that the kheer turns out to be smooth, soft and fluffy.
* More milk can be added if a thinner consistency is required.
* The kheer will get thicker if you are chilling it.
COCONUT [NAARIYAL] LADDOOS
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Makes 30
Prep Time : 15 minutes
Cooking Time : 8 minutes
Ingredients
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3 1/2 cups full cream milk powder
300ml thickened cream
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh dessicated coconut
1/4 cup almond meal
Method
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Combine all ingredients in a large microwave safe bowl and microwave on high, uncovered for 4 minutes. Remove, stir to mix well and microwave on high, uncovered for another 4 minutes. Mix well. Allow to cool. Take little portions and gently roll them into balls to make laddoos. Garnish with coconut flakes or pistachio nuts.
Notes
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* Don't try rolling into balls when mixture is still hot, as the laddoos will not take shape.
* The laddoos will harden slightly after cooling.
* Greasing the palms of your hands with "ghee" before rolling the laddoos into balls might make the process easier.
* Rolling prepared laddoos in dessicated dry coconut before storing them makes for an interesting garnish.
* Stores well in an air-tight container for 3-4 days and over a week in the fridge.
Posted by Gel at September 1, 2007 12:21 AM
