Kheer: An All-Time Classic Indian festive Dessert

By Niveditha Kalyanaraman

September 6th, 2023

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Kheer is rice pudding in North India, that's also called rice payasam in South India. It's simple and easy to make and is a classic sweet dish that is addictive and tasty.

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Ingredients

5 Cups milk, full cream 1/4 cup rice (washed) 1/2 cup sugar 10-12 Raisins 4 Green cardamoms 10-12 almonds (shredded), blanched

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Step 1

Boil the rice and milk in a deep pan. Simmer over low flame, stirring occasionally till the rice is cooked and the milk becomes thick.

Step 2

Add sugar, raisins and cardamoms. Stir till sugar gets dissolved properly.

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Step 3

Transfer into a serving dish and garnish with almonds. Serve hot or chilled.

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Tip

Broiled saffron and rose water can be added to further enhance its flavor.

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