Jhangora ki Kheer

Jhangora ki Kheer: A sweet, traditional Uttarakhand's dish made from Jhangora, a variety of millet, sugar, and milk.

Ingredients:

1. 1 cup jhangora (barnyard millet), washed and soaked for 30 minutes.

2. 4 cups milk

3. 1/2 cup sugar

4. 1 tsp ghee

5. A pinch of saffron strands (optional)

6. 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

7. 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, and raisins) for garnishing.

Instructions:

1. Drain the soaked jhangora and grind it to a fine powder using a grinder.

2. Heat ghee in a pan and add the jhangora powder. Roast the powder on low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously, until it turns light brown.

3. Add milk to the pan and bring it to a boil.

4. Reduce the heat to low and let the kheer simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until it thickens. Stir occasionally.

5. Add sugar and saffron strands (if using) and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

6. Turn off the heat and add cardamom powder. Mix well.

7. Allow the kheer to cool for a few minutes before serving.

8. Garnish with chopped nuts and serve hot or chilled.

Note: You can adjust the amount of sugar to taste.