Vegan Bhutte Ka Kees Recipe – Allergen-Free Corn Snack

Enjoy this comforting and allergen-free Maharashtrian corn dish, Bhutte Ka Kees, made vegan! This spiced grated corn snack is perfect as a warm evening treat or a midday bite without dairy, gluten, or common allergens.

July 29, 2025

Looking for a cozy, flavorful snack that’s light on the stomach and free from common allergens? This vegan Bhutte Ka Kees is a traditional Maharashtrian corn dish reimagined without dairy, making it ideal for vegan and allergy-friendly diets.
Freshly grated corn sautéed with spices, ginger, green chilies, and a touch of non-dairy milk creates a creamy, comforting texture without any dairy or gluten. Whether you're enjoying it during monsoon evenings or packing it in a lunchbox, this simple, one-pan snack delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.
Naturally free from wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts, and soy, it's a perfect option for allergy-conscious families or those exploring regional Indian dishes in a healthier way.

 

Vegan Bhutte Ka Kees Recipe – Allergen-Free Corn Snack

Serving

2–3 portions

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Free From :

✅ Wheat-Free
✅ Peanut-Free
✅ Tree Nut-Free
✅ Dairy-Free
✅ Egg-Free
✅ Soy-Free
✅ Sesame-Free
✅ Fish-Free
✅ Shellfish-Free

Ingredients
  • Corn on the cob (whole) – 3

  • Non-dairy plain milk or water – ½ cup

  • Vegetable oil – 1 TBSP

  • Mustard seeds – 1 Tsp

  • Jera (Cumin seeds) – 1 Tsp

  • Hing (Asafoetida) – ½ Tsp

  • Ginger – grated, 1 TBSP

  • Green chilies – 2–3, finely chopped

  • Curry leaves – 8–10, chopped

  • Turmeric powder – 1 Tsp

  • Kashmiri red chili powder – 1 Tsp

  • Salt—to taste

  • Fresh grated coconut—for garnish (optional)

  • Fresh cilantro—chopped, for garnish

  • Fresh lemon juice – 1 TBSP

Method
  1. Clean the corn on the cob thoroughly. Using a grater, grate the corn while rotating the cob to get the maximum kernels. Ensure all sides are used up.

  2. Heat a pan or kadai on medium flame. Once hot, add vegetable oil.

  3. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then add jera (cumin seeds) and hing.

  4. Add grated ginger and sauté for a minute.

  5. Add green chilies and chopped curry leaves. Mix well.

  6. Add turmeric powder and Kashmiri red chili powder. Stir everything together.

  7. Add the grated corn and salt to taste. Mix well.

  8. Pour in the non-dairy milk or water. Stir, cover, and cook on low flame for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  9. Once cooked, turn off the flame. Garnish with fresh grated coconut (optional), chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

  10. Serve hot as an evening snack or light midday meal.

 

Recipe Notes:
  • Don’t have fresh corn? Use corn kernels or frozen corn and coarsely grind them in a mixer before cooking.

  • For extra richness, use thick non-dairy milk like coconut or oat.

  • Skip the coconut garnish if avoiding coconut for allergy reasons.

  • Adjust spice levels for kids or sensitive eaters.

 

Conclusion:

This Vegan Bhutte Ka Kees is a beautiful blend of tradition and mindful cooking. It’s warm, spiced just right, and ready in minutes—with zero compromise on flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a lunchbox snack, it’s proof that allergy-friendly food can still taste like home.

FAQ

  • Traditionally, it includes milk or ghee, but this version swaps in non-dairy milk for a 100% vegan option.

  • Yes! Just thaw and coarsely grind the frozen kernels in a mixer before cooking.

  • Coconut milk, oat milk, or plain almond milk work well for creaminess.

  • Yes, it’s free from dairy, wheat, nuts, soy, and other common allergens.

  • It tastes best fresh, but you can prep the corn mix in advance and cook when ready to serve.

  • Traditionally, it includes milk or ghee, but this version swaps in non-dairy milk for a 100% vegan option.

  • Yes! Just thaw and coarsely grind the frozen kernels in a mixer before cooking.

  • Coconut milk, oat milk, or plain almond milk work well for creaminess.

  • Yes, it’s free from dairy, wheat, nuts, soy, and other common allergens.

  • It tastes best fresh, but you can prep the corn mix in advance and cook when ready to serve.

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