Moriyo Kheer Recipe

Moriyo is a most favorite staple during the fasting seasons in India and Pakistan, and it is also known as Samo Rice or Barnyard Millet in some local languages. Moriyo Kheer is a creamy, sweet pudding and is traditionally enjoyed during Ramadan, Navratri, and on some other occasions. It is made with milk, sugar, and rice grains. It is a delicious and comforting food that connects you to your family traditions for generations.

Who Invented Moriyo Kheer?

Back in history, Moriyo Kheer roots in rural India, especially in Gujarat, and were made with household staples like Samo rice as a gluten-free alternative during the fasting season. Who made Moriyo Kheer for the first time in history is still unknown. People started to cook delicious and nourishing dishes like this due to the fasting restrictions on eating regular rice.

Today, this sweet, creamy, and mood-enhancing Moriyo Kheer Recipe is shared with us from an Indian reader, Jyoti from Azamgarh, India.

Why You’ll Love It

It is gluten-free pudding, which is perfect for fasting or clean eating days
It is so creamy, cozy, and naturally satisfying
Making this needs a very few ingredients
You can enjoy it warm or chilled
It is a favorite dish for every age group

Best Way to Consume

You can enjoy Moriyo kheer in any season. If you are eating it in winter, enjoy it warm, and if you are eating it in summer, enjoy it chilled. People also use to gift it on religious festivals.

Other Benefits

Eating Moriyo Kheer helps calm the stomach and aid digestion
It is rich in calcium and energy
It is gluten-free and low allergen for sensitive tummies
It is a great source of iron and magnesium from moriyo

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I use regular white sugar instead of jaggery?
Yes, you can use white sugar, but jaggery gives a richer, earthy flavor and is a healthier option.

Q2. How do I make this dairy-free?
You can use coconut milk or almond milk to make it dairy-free. The taste will vary slightly, but it is still delicious.

Q3. Can I serve this cold?
Chilled Moriyo Kheer tastes wonderful. You need to refrigerate it for a few hours and serve it with chopped nuts on tp.

Q4. Is it safe for toddlers?
Yes, Moriyo Kheer is creamy, thick, soft, easy to digest, and fully natural, nutritious, which makes it safe for toddlers.

Conclusion

Moriyo Kheer is a complete comforting, traditional, wholesome goodness, and not just a dish. This sweet, creamy, and cardamom-infused treat gives your soul a delightful hit. You can make it on any festive day or whenever you want a cozy dessert after dinner.

So, go to your kitchen, put on that apron, and make the creamy and sweet Moriyo Kheer. Enjoy it. Stay tuned and follow Recipe.LivingSwag.com for more cozy, sweet, and creamy puddings.

	½ cup moriyo (samo rice/barnyard millet)
	4 cups whole milk
	½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
	¼ tsp cardamom powder (elaichi)
	2 tbsp chopped almonds or cashews
	1 tbsp raisins (optional)
	A few strands of saffron (optional)
	1 tbsp ghee or butter

1.	In the first step, take a bowl to Soak & Prep Moriyo: Soak and rinse the moriyo in water for 30 minutes.
2.	In the second step, heat the milk in a saucepan, bring the milk to a gentle boil. Stir it occasionally to avoid any mishap.
3.	In the third step, drain soaked moriyo and add to milk. Stir well.
4.	In the fourth step, cook slowly and let it simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes. You need to stir the mixture often to prevent sticking.
5.	In the fifth step, you need to add sugar, cardamom powder, saffron, and ghee and then cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture gets thick and creamy.
6.	In the sixth step, add and stir in chopped nuts and raisins then turn off the heat and let it cool.
7.	In the last step, serve it and enjoy. You can eat it warm or chilled best in both its very delicious.

Creamy, Sweet And Nutrition Rich Pudding For Every Age Group

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Total Time: 40 minutes (without chilling)

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Moriyo is a most favorite staple during the fasting seasons in India and Pakistan, and it is also known as Samo Rice or Barnyard Millet in some local languages. Moriyo...

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