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Indian Rice Pudding (Kheer) An Easy Ayurvedic Recipe
Indian Rice Pudding (Kheer) An Easy Ayurvedic Recipe from www.ayurvedum.com

Description

Indian rice pudding, also known as Kheer, is a traditional Indian dessert made with rice, milk, sugar, and aromatic spices. It is a creamy, rich, and delicious dessert that is usually served during festivals, celebrations or special occasions. It is a great dessert to make for a large crowd as it is easy to prepare and can be made in advance.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is about 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this recipe is about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 tbsp ghee

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Bowl

Method

  1. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Drain the water and keep the rice aside.
  3. Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add the rice and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add milk and heavy cream to the saucepan and bring it to a boil.
  6. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for about 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add sugar, cardamom powder, almonds, pistachios, and raisins to the saucepan and cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. The rice pudding should have a thick and creamy consistency. If it's too thick, you can add some more milk to adjust the consistency.
  9. Turn off the heat and let it cool down for a while.
  10. Transfer the rice pudding to a serving bowl and garnish with some chopped almonds and pistachios.
  11. Serve it chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can use any type of rice for this recipe, but Basmati rice works best.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste.
  • You can add other dry fruits like cashews, walnuts or dates to the pudding.
  • If you want to make it vegan, you can use coconut milk instead of dairy milk and skip the heavy cream.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 8 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 408
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 61mg
  • Sodium: 88mg
  • Potassium: 311mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 36g
  • Vitamin A: 871IU
  • Calcium: 211mg
  • Iron: 1mg
  • Vitamin C: 1mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to soak the rice before cooking to reduce the cooking time.
  • Stir the pudding occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
  • Add the dry fruits towards the end of the cooking process to prevent them from becoming too soft.
  • You can make this pudding ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2-3 days.
  • For a creamier pudding, you can add more heavy cream or reduce the amount of milk.

Enjoy this delicious Indian rice pudding recipe with your family and friends!


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