Navratri time is going on and people observing fast during these holy days need such food which is light and also gives full energy to the body. Generally, sago or makhana kheer is made during the fast, but if you want to try something new and nutritious then sweet potato kheer can be a great option.

Tasty and healthy kheer

Apart from being tasty, this kheer is also healthy and it is also very easy to make. The natural sweetness and nutrients present in sweet potato make it a perfect dish for fasting, keeping you feeling fresh and energetic throughout the day.

How to make kheer

To make this, first take 2 to 3 sweet potatoes, wash them thoroughly and boil them in the cooker for 2-3 whistles. After they cool down, remove their peel and mash or grate them well, so that there are no lumps left in it. Now heat a teaspoon of desi ghee in a wok or heavy bottom pan, add prepared sweet potatoes to it and fry lightly for 2-3 minutes on low flame. This gives a different aroma and taste to the kheer.

After this, add half liter milk slowly and keep stirring continuously, so that the mixture gets mixed well and does not stick to the bottom. When the milk boils, reduce the flame to medium and let the kheer cook for 5 to 7 minutes. It is important to keep stirring in between, so that the kheer thickens properly.

When the kheer starts taking creamy texture, add sugar or jaggery powder as per taste. Along with this, add half teaspoon cardamom powder and chopped dry fruits like almonds, cashews, pistachios and raisins. Mix everything well and cook for 2 more minutes, so that the flavors get mixed well.

Thicker and richer taste when cooled

Now turn off the gas. Your delicious and nutritious sweet potato kheer is ready. You can serve it hot or eat it cold. When cooled, its taste becomes even denser and richer, which is no less than any sweet.