Mixed Fruit Kheer

Mixed fruit kheer is a delightful and creamy Indian dessert made with a combination of fruits, milk, sugar, and aromatic spices. It's a refreshing twist to the traditional rice kheer. Here's a recipe for mixed fruit kheer:

Ingredients:

• 1 liter milk
• 1 cup mixed fruits (such as chopped mangoes, bananas, apples, pomegranate seeds, grapes, etc.)
• 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to your taste)
• 1/4 cup condensed milk
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• Few strands of saffron (optional)
• Chopped nuts for garnishing (such as almonds, pistachios, cashews)

Instructions:

1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
2. Once the milk starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer the milk for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help thicken the milk and develop a rich flavor.
3. Add the sugar to the simmering milk and stir until it dissolves completely.
4. Add the condensed milk to the pan and mix well. The condensed milk adds richness and sweetness to the kheer.
5. Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands (if using). Stir to incorporate the flavors.
6. Turn off the heat and let the kheer cool down to room temperature.
7. Once the kheer has cooled, add the mixed fruits to the pan. Gently stir to combine.
8. Transfer the mixed fruit kheer to a serving bowl or individual dessert bowls.
9. Garnish with chopped nuts of your choice, such as almonds, pistachios, or cashews.
10. Refrigerate the kheer for a couple of hours to chill and allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve the chilled mixed fruit kheer as a refreshing and sweet dessert. It's perfect for special occasions or as a treat after a meal. Enjoy the creamy texture and the burst of fruity flavors in every spoonful!