moriyo kheer recipe

moriyo kheer recipe

Moriyo Kheer is a comforting and traditional Indian dessert made with barnyard millet, also known as “moriyo” or “samo.” Light, creamy, and subtly sweet, this kheer is simmered in milk with a touch of ghee and flavored with cardamom, nuts, and raisins. It’s especially popular during fasting days but is just as delightful as an everyday sweet treat. The nutty aroma of roasted moriyo paired with the richness of milk and the sweetness of sugar makes it a wholesome and nourishing dessert that’s both simple and satisfying.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup moriyo (barnyard millet)
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (almonds and cashews)
• 1 tablespoon raisins
• 1 tablespoon ghee

Directions

1. Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add moriyo and roast for 2-3 minutes until slightly golden.
3. Pour in the milk and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add sugar, cardamom powder, nuts, and raisins.
6. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
7. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.