Lauki Ki Kheer Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and grate the bottle gourd. Squeeze out the excess water.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat ghee and add the grated bottle gourd. Cook until it becomes soft and the raw smell disappears.
• STEP 3.Add milk to the pan and let it simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 4.Add sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts to the kheer. Cook for another 5 minutes.
• STEP 5.Remove from heat and let it cool. Serve the Lauki Ki Kheer warm or chilled, garnished with more nuts.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to squeeze out the excess water from the grated bottle gourd to avoid a watery kheer.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the kheer by adding more or less sugar according to your taste.
• For a richer flavor, you can add a few strands of saffron to the kheer while it is simmering.

Storage and Serving

• Lauki Ki Kheer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Serve the kheer chilled or warm, depending on your preference.
• Garnish with chopped nuts before serving to add a crunchy texture.