Up north we make various types of kheer, down south these are called payasam and Tender Coconut Payasam is a specialty of Kerala. I had Tender Coconut Payasam for the first time at famous Kerala Restaurant. We liked it so much that we couldnt help ordering a second helping. While we were having the second round, the Chef came out and we told him that we were simply in love with his payasam. He was kind enough to share the recipe with me.
Dessert for Special Occasion
Since then I have made Tender Coconut Payasam many times. The Tender Coconut and Cardamom give the kheer a very refreshing flavour. This Payasam/ Kheer is easy to make does not require many ingredients. In fact it has only 4 main ingredients.
If you are looking to make something different this festive season make this payasam. It is Neither too sweet, nor too heavy, an Ideal dessert after a rich meal.
| Cook Time | 45 minutes |
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Ingredients
- 2 litres milk
- 4 -5 numbers Tender coconut
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cardamom powdered
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Instructions
- Boil milk for half an hour, till it reduces by 40% and is thick
- Add Sugar and cardamom powder
- Boil for 5 more minutes, continue stirring
- Take 1 cup of tender coconut ( paper thin) and make a paste
- Switch off the gas and add tender coconut paste
- You can also take a a little thicker coconut ( make sure it is still soft) and chop it and add to the payasam for garishing.
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So simple yet a nice twist… I will try this.
Thanks Sujatha, let me know how does it turn out.
I made the tender coconut payasam and it was a super hit at home! What a simple but delicious recipe. Thanks Paluk for sharing 🙂
Very Happy to hear that you and your family liked it. Thanks !!
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Thanks Alboni for your compliments and sharing your blog. I will visit it regularly !!