Low Fat Seviyan Kheer, Low Calorie Vermicelli Kheer
by Tarla Dalal
low fat seviyan kheer recipe | low calorie vermicelli kheer | low calorie seviyan kheer |
healthy eid seviyan kheer is a slightly healthier version to the famous seviyan kheer. Learn how to make low calorie vermicelli kheer.
If you have a sweet tooth and crave for desserts after a meal, here's a fast and quick option that you will truly relish. A healthier variant of the traditional seviyan kheer, this low calorie seviyan kheer does away with the use of full-fat milk, condensed milk and dry fruits. Even without these rich ingredients, the vermicelli thickens the low fat milk effortlessly to create a creamy concoction that's sure to appease your craving.
To make seviyan kheer, low fat seviyan kheer, heat a broad non-stick pan, add the vermicelli, dry roast on a medium flame for 3 minutes or till it turns light brown in colour. Keep aside. Heat the milk and sugar in a deep non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 10 minutes, while stirring occasionally, while scraping the sides of the pan. Add the roasted seviyan and raisins, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the cardamom powder and saffron and mix well. Serve warm.
Reduced use of sugar, compensated by the natural sweetness of raisins, gives weight-watchers the license to enjoy this mithai occasionally in small portions. A touch of cardamom powder and saffron add colour and flavour to this healthy eid seviyan kheer.
This low calorie vermicelli kheer, lends enough calcium and protein to our meals minus too many calories by way of excess sugar. Though the use of sugar has been restricted to 1 tbsp, it doesn’t fail to please your taste buds. To go slightly healthy, you need to get accustomed to eating less of refined sugar which may be a cause of inflammation in the body. We have also added a handful of raisins to balance the sweetness and for added mouthfeel. This Ramadan try this healthier variant. Heart patients and those with high blood pressure can enjoy this dessert in small quantities on occasions.
Tips for seviyan kheer, low fat seviyan kheer. 1. Use whole wheat vermicelli only and not vermicelli made of maida. The latter variant is more refined and devoid of many nutrients including fiber. 2. Serve within 10 minutes of preparation while it is still warm. If it takes longer to serve, then adjust the consistency by adding a little low-fat milk.
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Low Fat Seviyan Kheer, Low Calorie Vermicelli Kheer recipe - How to make Low Fat Seviyan Kheer, Low Calorie Vermicelli Kheer
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 4 servings
For Low Fat Seviyan Kheer
1/2 cup whole wheat vermicelli (seviyan)
3 cups low fat milk , 99.7% fat free
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
a few saffron (kesar) strands
3 tbsp finely chopped raisins (kismis)
- Method
- Heat a broad non-stick pan, add the vermicelli, dry roast on a medium flame for 3 minutes or till it turns light brown in colour. Keep aside.
- Heat the milk and sugar in a deep non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 10 minutes ,while stirring occasionally, while scrapping the sides of the pan.
- Add the roasted sevaiiyan and raisins, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the cardamom powder and saffron and mix well.
- Serve warm.
| Energy | 103 cal |
| Protein | 5.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 19.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 375.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg |
| Folic Acid | 0.3 mcg |
| Calcium | 230.9 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 28.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 47.2 mg |
| Sodium | 76.6 mg |
| Potassium | 48.7 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |