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A classic South Indian sweet made from semolina, ghee, sugar, and fragrant saffron. This soft, melt-in-your-mouth dessert, often called Rava Kesari, is a festive favorite and a delightful breakfast treat.
Roast Rava and Nuts
Prepare Saffron Water and Cook Rava
Add Sugar and Remaining Ghee
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A classic South Indian sweet made from semolina, ghee, sugar, and fragrant saffron. This soft, melt-in-your-mouth dessert, often called Rava Kesari, is a festive favorite and a delightful breakfast treat.
This south_indian recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 634.67 calories per serving with 6.43g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for dessert or breakfast or snack.
Finish and Serve
Add 1/2 cup of finely chopped pineapple along with the water in Step 2 for a fruity twist. Reduce sugar slightly if the pineapple is very sweet.
Stir in 1/2 cup of thick mango pulp at the very end, after turning off the heat, for a delicious seasonal variation.
Replace the entire quantity of water with milk for a creamier and richer version of the dish.
In addition to cashews, add fried almonds and pistachios for extra crunch and flavor.
The combination of semolina (rava) and sugar offers a quick source of carbohydrates, which the body converts into energy, making it an effective energy booster.
Ghee is a source of healthy saturated fats and contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, E, and D, which are essential for immune function, vision, and skin health.
Saffron contains powerful antioxidants and compounds like crocin and safranal, which have been traditionally associated with mood-lifting properties.
One serving of Kesari Bath (approximately 180g or 3/4 cup) contains around 600-650 calories, primarily from sugar, ghee, and semolina. It is a calorie-dense dessert.
Kesari Bath is a traditional sweet treat and is high in carbohydrates, sugar, and saturated fat. While delicious, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, especially on festive occasions.
Lumps usually form if the rava is added to the boiling water too quickly or without constant stirring. To prevent this, lower the heat and pour the rava in a very thin, steady stream while whisking vigorously.
Ghee is crucial for the authentic flavor, aroma, and glossy texture of Kesari Bath. While you can substitute it with a neutral oil or coconut oil, the taste and texture will be significantly different and not traditional.
Store leftover Kesari Bath in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it in a pan over low heat with a splash of milk or water to restore its soft consistency, or microwave for 30-60 seconds.
Yes, you can adjust the sugar to your preference. A 1:1 ratio of rava to sugar is standard, but you can reduce it to 3/4 cup of sugar for 1 cup of rava for a less sweet version.