Recipe – Delicious Oats Payasam

Life Style: Oats Payasam, also known as Oats Kheer, is a delightful Indian dessert that combines the goodness of oats with the richness of milk and nuts. It is a perfect treat for those who are looking for a healthy and quick dessert option. In this article, we will tell you about a simple oats payasam recipe that you can prepare in no time.

Preparation Time: About 20 minutes

Material

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/4 cup jaggery (as per taste)

2 cups milk (you can use dairy or plant-based milk)

1/4 cup grated coconut

1/4 cup chopped nuts (cashews, almonds and pistachios)

1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

A pinch of saffron threads (optional)

1 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)

some raisins for decoration

water, as required

Method

– First of all, dry roast the oats in a pan on medium flame. Keep stirring continuously to prevent burning. Fry the oats until they turn golden brown and have a nutty aroma.

– Add two cups of milk to roasted oats and mix well. Let it boil on low flame until the oats are cooked and the mixture becomes thick. Keep stirring occasionally to prevent lumps from forming.

When the oats are cooked and the mixture becomes thick, add grated jaggery to it. Adjust the amount of jaggery as per your sweetness preference. Stir it until the jaggery dissolves completely in the mixture.

– Sprinkle cardamom powder in payasam for pleasant aroma and taste. Mix it well.

– Add grated coconut to the mixture and stir until mixed well. Coconut adds a beautiful texture and flavor to the payasam.

– Heat ghee in a separate small pan and add chopped nuts. Fry the dry fruits until they turn golden brown. You can also add saffron threads at this stage for deeper color and aroma.

-Put oats payasam in a serving bowl. Top it with roasted nuts and some raisins for added sweetness and crunch.

– You can enjoy your oats payasam hot or cold depending on your preference. This makes a satisfying dessert any time of the day.