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Pondicherry Aloo Kheer
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Pondicherry Aloo Kheer

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Pondicherry cooking — Pondicherry Aloo Kheer brings a shahi style touch with a classic kheer finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Hard

Ingredients

  • Heavy Cream3 tbsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Saffrona pinch
  • Potato3 medium, cubed
  • Cashews12, soaked

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Jaggery Sesame Peda Recipe | Kedai Pondicherry Style | Indian Dessert Recipe · on YouTube