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Meetha Oliya is a traditional Rajasthani dish made especially for the festival of Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda). Here is how to make it.
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Meetha Oliya Recipe

Meetha Oliya is a traditional Rajasthani dish made especially for the festival of Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda). Here is how to make it.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 2 people
Author: Neha Mathur

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yogurt (dahi)
  • ½ cup steamed white rice
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom powder (elaichi powder)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 5-6 strands saffron strands soaked in 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cashew nuts
  • 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 1 tablespoon slivered unsalted pistachios
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Instructions

  • Whisk yogurt in a medium mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Add rice, sugar, cardamom powder, milk, and saffron strands soaked in milk to the bowl and mix well.
  • Garnish with cashew nuts, almonds, and pistachios.
  • Serve at room temperature or chill for a few hours before serving.

Notes

Adjust the sugar according to your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 221mg | Iron: 1mg
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