Quinoa is a good source of several minerals, including manganese, phosphorus, copper, folate, iron, magnesium, and zinc. Quinoa has a low glycaemic index which means it does not cause a rapid spike in the blood sugar levels. It is also a good source of fibre. It is considered as a complete protein as it contains all the essential amino acids. It also helps in slow release of energy and helps you feel full for a longer period of time.
This healthy kheer is a power house of nutrients and one can indulge on it when craving something without feeling guilty.
Ingredients:
Quinoa – 1/3 Cup
Milk – 2 Cups
Fine Chopped Dates – 4-5 in no
Nuts (Chopped almonds & pistachios) – 1 tbsp
Cardamom powder – ¼ tsp
Ghee – 1 tsp
Saffron – 2-3 strands
Method:
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under running cold water until the water turns clear.
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil on a medium flame, cook until the seeds become translucent.
- Drain and discard the liquid from the cooked quinoa and keep aside.
- In a thick-bottomed pot, melt the ghee to it add the dates, pistachios, almonds, and cardamom and sauté them for a minute.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the mixture in the pot.
- Now add milk, and saffron.
- Bring the entire contents of the pot to a boil on a medium flame, then reduce to a simmer and cook till the liquid volume reduces by one-third.
- Stir frequently to make sure the milk does not burn.
Serve Chilled.
