Raj Rice Pudding

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Creamy Raj Rice Pudding recipe for dessert
in Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 cups whole milk
3/4 cup basmati rice
1 cup cream or 1 cup half-and-half
3 egg yolks
3 teaspoons vanilla or 1 vanilla bean
1/2 cup sugar or 1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
6 allspice berries
6 whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
1 cinnamon stick
6 green cardamom pods

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
513
Sugar
32g
Fat
24g
Raj Rice Pudding is a classic Indian dessert and can be found in many variations across the country. This delicious dessert is perfect for cold winter nights and can be enjoyed hot or cold. The rich flavors from the spices and aromatic basmati rice make this pudding the perfect ending to any meal. It's warm, comforting, and incredibly satisfying, making it a perfect dessert choice for family gatherings. Garnish it with some nuts or fruits of your choice and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice several times until the water runs clear.
2.Boil 4 cups of milk in a pan and add rice to it. Let it cook on low flame for 30-40 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the milk has reduced to half the quantity.
3.Mix egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract or bean, nutmeg, allspice berries, cloves, cinnamon stick, and green cardamom pods in a bowl.
4.Add the remaining 2 cups of milk and cream or half-and-half to the rice mixture and let it warm up again.
5.Cook on medium heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring frequently so the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom.
6.Now add the egg and sugar mixture into the rice and milk mixture, continuing to stir for another 5 minutes until it thickens.
7.Remove from heat and pour into individual bowls, letting it cool to room temperature.
8.Garnish with your preferred toppings such as nuts or fruit and serve!

PROS

The Raj Rice Pudding is creamy, rich, and has a perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors.

It’s versatile as it can be served either hot or cold and the mixture can be modified to suit individual taste preferences.

CONS

The traditional recipe is high in calories and fat due to the use of whole milk and cream, so portions should be kept small for those calorie-conscious foodies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert has some health benefit in the rice which provides essential carbohydrates and protein which can provide long-lasting energy and aid in digestion. The spices used in this recipe are known to provide health benefits as they have anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, and digestive properties.

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