how to cook Sweet Potato payasam / shakarkand kheer / kandagadda paayasam in telugu

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a heart-healthy alternative.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide similar crunch at a lower cost.

Boil sweet potatoes in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Peel and mash the sweet potatoes in a bowl until smooth.

Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted.

Add cashews and raisins to the ghee, frying until golden, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, mixing well with the nuts.

Pour in milk and bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat.

Add jaggery and cardamom, stirring until jaggery dissolves completely.

Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

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