Rice Pudding—Elevated to Royal Status!

Name: Rice Pudding—Elevated to Royal Status!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: 2 cups rice,; 4 cups water; 1 tsp salt; 3 cups whole milk; 2 cups sugar; 1 tbsp cardamom powder; 2 cups full-fat double cream; 2 tbsp kewra water; 2 tbsp ghee; 2 tbsp whole almonds; 2 tbsp whole pistachios; 2 tbsp whole cashews; 4 tbsp almonds, chopped; 4 tbsp pistachios, chopped; 4 tbsp cashews, chopped

Burmawala Kitchen 27th October 2024

Servings: 20 Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Beginner

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Known as kheer, we’ve made this classic dessert absolutely divine.

This rice pudding, or kheer, is a luxuriously creamy dessert that is perfect for any festive gathering. Made with milk, double cream, and a touch of floral kewra, it brings a comforting richness that’s both simple and decadent.

Ingredients:

For the Pudding:

2 cups rice, washed and soaked
4 cups water
1 tsp salt
3 cups whole milk
2 cups sugar
1 tbsp cardamom powder
2 cups full-fat double cream
2 tbsp kewra water

For the Ghee-Roasted Nuts:

2 tbsp ghee
2 tbsp whole almonds
2 tbsp whole pistachios
2 tbsp whole cashews

Additional Chopped Nuts (for Mixing):

4 tbsp almonds, chopped
4 tbsp pistachios, chopped
4 tbsp cashews, chopped

Instructions:

Cook the Rice:
- In a deep, thick-bottomed pan, add the soaked rice and four cups of water. Add a teaspoon of salt, bring to a gentle boil, cover with a lid, and cook for 20 minutes until the rice is 80% done.
Prepare Ghee-Roasted Nuts:
- In a separate pan, melt two tablespoons of ghee over medium heat. Add two tablespoons each of whole almonds, pistachios, and cashews. Roast for about two minutes, stirring continuously until golden, then set aside.
Chop Additional Nuts:
- Chop four tablespoons each of almonds, pistachios, and cashews. These will be added to the pudding later.
Add Milk and Blend the Rice:
- Once the rice has cooked for 20 minutes, pour in three cups of whole milk. Stir well, then use a hand blender to blend the rice slightly. The goal is a textured blend with visible pieces of rice for a bit of bite.
Reduce the Pudding Base:
- Turn up the heat slightly and begin stirring as the mixture reduces. Stir continuously to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Incorporate Sugar and Spices:
- Add two cups of sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Next, add a tablespoon of cardamom powder and mix thoroughly. Continue stirring for another 10 minutes as the mixture thickens.
Add Cream for Extra Richness:
- Pour in two cups of full-fat double cream and stir well. Lower the heat as the mixture will thicken naturally.
Add Chopped Nuts and Kewra Water:
- Stir in the chopped cashews, almonds, and pistachios for a nutty texture. Finally, add two tablespoons of kewra water, which brings a delicate floral aroma to the dish.
Final Simmer:
- Cover the pan with a lid and let the pudding simmer on very low heat for 20 minutes. Stir every five minutes to prevent sticking and reach a beautifully rich consistency.
Serve and Garnish:
- Your rice pudding is complete! Garnish with a few extra roasted nuts for a finishing touch. Serve warm or chilled, depending on your preference.