Celestial Delights: Janmashtami Special Recipes to Savor
Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)

Divine Delight Almond Kheer: Indulge in the Taste of Celebration

Elevate your Janmashtami experience and treat yourself to the auspicious occasion with a symphony of taste, flavors, and nutrition. Our 'Divine Delight Almond Kheer' resonates with the joyous spirit of the celebration, offering a harmonious blend of tradition and indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 214
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almonds, soaked overnight
  • 4 cups of A2 milk
  • ½ tbsp organic jaggery to taste
  • A pinch of saffron strands
  • ¼ tsp cardamom powder, for flavor
  • Chopped nuts, cashew nuts, pistachios, for garnishing

Method
 

  1. Grind the pre-soaked almonds into a fine paste using a little A2 milk.
  2. In a pan, heat the remaining milk and let it come to a boil.
  3. Add the almond paste and stir well. Simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add saffron strands and cardamom powder to the kheer and mix.
  5. Sweeten the kheer with jaggery, adjusting the amount to your taste preference.
  6. Continue to cook until the kheer thickens to the desired consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  8. Garnish with chopped nuts before serving.
Power tips and variations
  1. One can use coconut milk as an alternative to A2 milk. The coconut flavor pairs well with the almond's nuttiness, creating a delightful twist on the traditional recipe.
  2. To incorporate dates instead of jaggery, you can soak them in warm water to soften them and then blend them into a paste.

Notes

  • Almonds are rich in healthy fats, fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, and protein.
  • A2 cow milk is a rich source of beta-casein protein. Also, it contains minerals such as calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, which aid strong bones and teeth, better functioning of muscles, and regulation of blood pressure.
Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)

Divine Delights: Janmashtami Sweet Potato Tikkis

Experience a modern twist on tradition with these delightful tikkis that combine the beta-carotene-rich sweet potato and fiber-packed millets. These tikkis perfectly embody the spirit of joyous Janmashtami celebrations by blending flavor and wellness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Soaking time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 152
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1/2 cup sama rice, barnyard millet, soaked for 8 hours
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely crushed
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
  • Rock salt, sendha namak to taste
  • ½ tbsp A2 ghee for shallow frying

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, gently combine boiled and mashed sweet potatoes, drained sama rice, crushed peanuts, chopped green chilies, cumin seeds, chopped coriander leaves, and rock salt.
  2. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into round or oval tikkis.
  3. Heat a pan or tawa and add a little A2 ghee for shallow frying.
  4. Place the tikkis on the pan and cook on medium heat until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  5. Once cooked, remove the tikkis from the pan. Serve the sweet potato sama tikkis hot with yogurt or chutney.
Power Tips and Variations:
  1. Feel free to incorporate the grated vegetables of your choice. You can alternate sweet potatoes with grated raw banana or raw banana flour too.

Notes

  • Sweet potatoes are rich in anthocyanin, which supports brain health by reducing inflammation. These are also packed with vitamins A, C, B5, and B7.
  • Millets are nutritional powerhouses, high in protein, fiber, antioxidants, magnesium and niacin.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.