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Gajar Ki Kheer

Cultural Context

Gajar Ki Kheer is a traditional Pakistani dessert made primarily during winter months when carrots are in season. This sweet pudding is often served during festive occasions and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and comfort. Its rich flavor comes from slow-cooking carrots in milk, making it a beloved dish that has transcended borders, with variations found in Indian and Bangladeshi cuisines as well.

PakistaniPKdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups grated carrots
4 cups milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 cup rice
3 tablespoons ghee

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier for sautéing.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: almonds

Walnuts provide similar texture and flavor.

1

Grate the carrots.

2

Soak half a glass of rice for 3-4 hours.

3

Add the soaked rice to the grated carrots and milk in the pan.

4

Add 2 small cardamom pods to the mixture.

5

Cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

6

Add sugar and cook for another 5-7 minutes until well mixed.

7

Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped nuts.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingslow-cooking

Equipment Needed

graterheavy-bottomed panspatulaserving bowls

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Carrot PuddingGajar Ka Halwa

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