Sabudana Kheer Recipe – Delicious Tapioca Pudding
Summary
- Learn how to make a creamy and delicious Sabudana Kheer, a popular Indian dessert made with tapioca pearls, milk, sugar, and flavored with saffron and cardamom. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for festivals or as a comforting sweet treat.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Water 1/2 cup
- Milk 1/2 liter
- Soaked Sabudana (Tapioca Pearls) 1 cup
- Saffron Strands 7-8
- Sugar 1/2 cup
- Cardamom Powder 1/2 tsp
- Almonds 8-10 (chopped)
- Cashews 8-10 (chopped)
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Milk?
- Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
No Saffron?
- 1/4 tsp turmeric (color only, no flavor match)
- 1/2 tsp safflower threads
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Boil Milk
In a pan, add 1/2 cup of water, then pour in 1/2 liter of milk. Stir the milk and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
Step 2: Add Sabudana and Saffron
Once the milk comes to a boil, the heat to low. Add 1 cup of pre-soaked sabudana and 7-8 saffron strands. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Step 3: Cook until Thickened
Continue to cook the kheer on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for about until the sabudana pearls become translucent and the kheer starts to thicken slightly.
Step 4: Add Sugar
Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the kheer. Stir continuously until the sugar completely dissolves and the kheer reaches your desired creamy consistency. Cook for another .
Step 5: Finish with Spices and Nuts
Turn off the gas. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder and the chopped almonds and cashews. Mix everything thoroughly.
Step 6: Serve
The delicious Sabudana Kheer is now ready to be served. Garnish with a few extra saffron strands or chopped nuts if desired.
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