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Balaghat’s Nutritious Sweetness: Kodo Kheer (Millet Pudding)

Type:   Desserts
कोदो की खीर

District Balaghat is renowned not only for its natural biodiversity but also for its traditional millet-based cuisine. Among the many indigenous recipes still cherished in its tribal and rural areas is a wholesome and delicious dessert — Kodo Kheer, a sweet pudding made from Kodo millet.


🌾 What is Kodo?

Kodo is a type of small millet cultivated in central India since ancient times. It is naturally gluten-free, high in dietary fiber, and rich in iron, calcium, and plant-based protein, making it an excellent alternative to rice or wheat for health-conscious eaters.


🍚 Kodo Kheer: A Delightful Fusion of Tradition and Nutrition

Kodo Kheer is prepared by slow-cooking soaked Kodo millet in milk, sweetened with jaggery or sugar, and flavored with cardamom. This dessert is not only a treat for the taste buds but also packed with essential nutrients.


📝 Recipe

Ingredients:

  • Kodo millet – 1/2 cup (soaked for 4–5 hours)

  • Milk – 1 liter

  • Jaggery or sugar – to taste

  • Cardamom powder – 1/2 tsp

  • Ghee – 1 tsp

  • Dry fruits – as desired (cashews, raisins, almonds)

Preparation:

  1. Wash and soak the Kodo millet for 4–5 hours.

  2. Boil the milk in a heavy-bottomed pan.

  3. Add soaked Kodo to the boiling milk and simmer on low heat.

  4. Cook until the millet becomes soft and the milk thickens.

  5. Add jaggery or sugar and stir until dissolved.

  6. Mix in cardamom powder and ghee-roasted dry fruits.

  7. Serve warm or chilled.


A Nutritional Powerhouse

  • Helps prevent anemia due to its iron content.

  • Suitable for diabetics (low glycemic index).

  • Aids digestion and supports healthy weight management.


🌿 A Wholesome Gift from Balaghat

Kodo Kheer beautifully represents Balaghat’s blend of tradition, agriculture, and wellness. This millet-based sweet showcases how traditional grains can be transformed into delicious and nutritious modern desserts.

👉 When visiting Balaghat, don’t miss the chance to try Kodo Kheer – a bowl full of heritage, health, and heavenly taste.