Indian Creamy Rice Pudding (Phirni)

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 5

Indian Creamy Rice Pudding (Phirni) recipe for a sweet and satisfying dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

2 hrs 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 liter rich milk
	10 cardamom pods
	3 tablespoons finely ground rice ( raw uncooked rice )
	6 -7 tablespoons sugar
	4 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds
	2 tablespoons finely slivered pistachios or 2 tablespoons finely chopped unsalted pistachios

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

270

Sugar

25g

Fat

10g

Indian Creamy Rice Pudding, also known as Phirni, is a popular dessert in India that is commonly served at weddings and other celebrations. It is made with ground rice, milk, sugar, and cardamom, and is often garnished with nuts such as almonds and pistachios. This creamy and sweet dessert has a smooth texture and is served chilled, making it a perfect dessert for hot summer days.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, grind the rice until it is a fine powder.
2.	In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the milk and cardamom pods over medium heat until it comes to a boil.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and add the ground rice. Cook, stirring frequently, for 15-20 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
4.	Add the sugar, almonds, and pistachios, then cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5.	Remove from heat and let it cool until it reaches room temperature.
6.	Pour into individual bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

This Indian Creamy Rice Pudding is a unique and delicious dessert with a rich, creamy texture and a subtle cardamom flavor.

It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time for entertaining or as a sweet treat to enjoy on a hot day.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you have a nut allergy, you should omit the almonds and pistachios from the recipe or substitute with a different type of nut.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice is a good source of energy and provides essential vitamins and minerals.
Cardamom has been linked to promoting digestive health and reducing inflammation.