Pumpkin kheer/red pumpkin kheer Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and chop the red pumpkin into small pieces.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat ghee and add the chopped pumpkin. Cook until it becomes soft and mushy.
• STEP 3.Add milk to the pan and let it simmer on low heat until the pumpkin is fully cooked and the milk thickens.
• STEP 4.Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands to the pan. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.
• STEP 5.Simmer for a few more minutes until the kheer reaches the desired consistency.
• STEP 6.Remove from heat and let it cool. Serve chilled garnished with chopped nuts.
• STEP 7.Enjoy the creamy and flavorful pumpkin kheer as a dessert or a festive treat!

Cooking Tips

• Choose a ripe and sweet red pumpkin for the best flavor.
• You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
• For a richer taste, you can add condensed milk or khoya to the kheer.
• Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds, pistachios, or cashews for added crunch and flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Pumpkin kheer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
• Serve the kheer chilled for the best taste.
• You can serve it as a dessert after a meal or as a festive sweet.