Phirni is a traditional Indian dessert made from ground rice, milk, and sugar, flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts and saffron. Here's a step-by-step recipe to make phirni:
### Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup basmati rice
- 1 liter (4 cups) full-fat milk
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds and pistachios (for garnish)
- Rose water or kewra water (optional)
### Instructions:
1. **Prep the Rice:**
- Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under running water.
- Soak the rice in enough water for about 30 minutes.
- Drain the water and spread the rice on a clean kitchen towel to air dry for a few minutes.
- Grind the dried rice into a coarse powder using a blender or a mortar and pestle. The texture should be gritty, not fine.
2. **Boil the Milk:**
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent it from burning at the bottom.
3. **Cook the Rice:**
- Once the milk comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and slowly add the ground rice, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Cook the rice in the milk, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the mixture thickens. This will take about 20-25 minutes.
4. **Add Sugar and Flavorings:**
- Once the rice is cooked and the mixture has thickened to a pudding-like consistency, add the sugar and stir well until it dissolves.
- Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands (if using), and mix well.
5. **Simmer:**
- Let the phirni simmer on low heat for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture will thicken further as it cools.
6. **Cool and Garnish:**
- Remove the phirni from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Pour the phirni into serving bowls or traditional earthenware pots (matkas).
- Garnish with chopped almonds and pistachios.
- You can add a few drops of rose water or kewra water for extra fragrance.
7. **Chill:**
- Refrigerate the phirni for at least 2 hours before serving. It is best served chilled.
Enjoy your homemade phirni, a delightful and creamy dessert perfect for festive occasions or as a special treat!
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