Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Sweet Potatoes

   Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Peel the skin using a peeler or knife. Grate the peeled sweet potatoes using the fine side of a grater directly into a bowl of tap water to prevent them from turning black.

2. 2.Wash Grated Sweet Potatoes

   After grating all the sweet potatoes, wash them 2-3 times by changing the water until the water runs clear and most of the starch is removed. Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander for 5-10 minutes to remove excess water.

3. 3.Sauté Sweet Potatoes

   Heat 2 tablespoons of clarified butter (ghee) in a pot over medium flame. Add the drained grated sweet potatoes to the pot. Sauté on medium flame for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

4. 4.Cook Sweet Potatoes Until Soft

   Cover the pot and cook the sweet potatoes on a slow-medium flame for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally in between to ensure even cooking and prevent burning. The sweet potatoes should become very soft.

5. 5.Add Milk and Simmer

   Pour 1.5 liters of full-fat milk into the pot with the softened sweet potatoes. Mix well and bring to a boil. Reduce the flame to slow-medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until the kheer thickens.

6. 6.Incorporate Flavorings

   Once the kheer has thickened, add 4 tablespoons of milk powder (optional) and 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder. Mix quickly and thoroughly to prevent lumps. Add 1/2 cup of sugar (or to taste) and mix until dissolved. Optionally, add 2-3 tablespoons of condensed milk for extra richness and sweetness, then mix well.

7. 7.Final Simmer

   Continue to cook the kheer on medium to low flame for another 2-3 minutes after adding the flavorings, stirring constantly.

8. 8.Prepare Fried Nuts

   In a separate small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of clarified butter (ghee) over slow flame. Add 2 tablespoons of sliced coconut and 2-4 tablespoons of mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews). Fry for about 1 minute until lightly golden and fragrant.

9. 9.Combine and Finish

   Pour the fried nuts and coconut along with the ghee into the simmering kheer. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until large bubbles appear, indicating the kheer is fully cooked and thickened.

10. 10.Serve and Garnish

    Remove the kheer from heat. Serve hot or chilled in serving bowls. Garnish with additional chopped nuts, sliced coconut, or whole cashews as desired.