Cardamom Pistachio Rice Kheer 1769478522821 Y76u

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Basmati rice
• 1 liter Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 6 pieces Green cardamom pods, crushed
• 0.25 cup Shelled pistachios, slivered
• 1 pinch Saffron strands(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Ghee
• 0.5 teaspoon Rose water(optional)
• 2 tablespoons Condensed milk(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the Basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes, then drain and slightly crush the grains.

2. 2

   Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot and lightly sauté the drained rice for 2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Pour in the whole milk and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to low and simmer the rice in milk for about 25-30 minutes until the rice is soft and the milk has thickened.

5. 5

   Add the sugar, crushed cardamom pods, and saffron strands, stirring well to dissolve the sugar.

6. 6

   Continue to cook for another 10 minutes until the kheer reaches a creamy consistency.

7. 7

   Stir in the rose water and half of the slivered pistachios, then remove from heat.

8. 8

   Garnish with the remaining pistachios and serve warm or chilled in individual bowls.