Jackfruit Kheer

Jackfruit Kheer

Ingredients

Ripe jackfruit pieces (big) – 10

Jaggery powder or grated – ½to ¾ cup (according to desired sweetness)

Thin coconut milk – ½ cup

Thick coconut milk – 1 cup

Cardamom powder – ½ tsp

Dry Ginger Powder – ¼ tsp

Raisins – 1 tbsp

Cashew nut pieces – 1 tsp

Ghee – 2 tsp

Almond slices – 1 tbsp

Method

Remove the seeds from the jackfruits and chop them into small pieces

Grind into smooth puree with jaggery powder

Heat the thin coconut milk

Let it simmer

Add the jackfruit-jaggery mixture and mix well

When it starts boiling, reduce heat and add cardamom and ginger powder

Mix well

Let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.

Add the thick coconut milk and mix well

Let it simmer for just a minute and turn off the heat

Heat ghee in a non-stick pan and add the raisins and cashew nut pieces

Fry till golden brown and add to the kheer

Serve chilled topped with almond slices

Health Benefits of Jackfruit

Has immune-boosting vitamins A and C

Reduces risk of heart disease due to its content of potassium, fiber and antioxidants

Antioxidant rich

Improves skin health

Slows down aging of skin

Health Benefits of Coconut milk

Reduces risk of heart disease due to its potassium, fiber and antioxidant content

Improves heart health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol

Builds muscle and helps lose fat

Prevents fatigue

Improves digestion and relieves constipation

Prevents anemia

Health Benefits of Jaggery

Excellent source of iron

Cleanses the liver

Prevents premenstrual syndrome

Has antioxidants - zinc and selenium which boost immunity