Kheer Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

Rice pudding flavored with cardamom and nuts.

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Ingredients

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1
Wash the Rice
Thoroughly rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2
Soak the Rice
Soak the rinsed rice in water for about 30 minutes, then drain.

3
Cook the Rice
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of milk to a boil. Add the soaked and drained rice to the boiling milk.
4
Add Sugar and Cardamom
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the sugar and lightly crushed cardamom pods. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice is soft and the mixture thickens.
5
Prepare the Nuts
In a separate pan, lightly toast the sliced almonds, chopped cashews, and raisins until golden. This should take about 3-4 minutes over medium heat.
6
Combine and Garnish
Once the kheer has reached the desired consistency, remove from heat. Stir in the toasted nuts and saffron. Let it cool slightly before serving.