Tuesday, 9 April 2013

Kheer


This is a popular recipe for kheer, flavoured with cardamon and rose water. Serve warm or cold. Fresh milk, rice and nuts are considered 'satvic' foods in Ayurveda. Satvic foods help balance one's doshas (subtle energies), nourish the body, the mind and ultimately, pave the way for one's spiritual evolution ... See more

Ready in 2 hours 10 mins
Saved by 40 cook(s)

Ingredients

Serves: 6
75g uncooked white rice
2 litres semi-skimmed milk
300g caster sugar
4 pods cardamom
1/2 teaspoon rose water
1 tablespoon finely chopped almonds

Preparation method

Prep: 1 hour | Cook: 1 hour 10 mins
1. Place the rice in a small bowl and cover with water. Soak for one hour.
2. Drain the rice and place it in a large, heavy pan with the milk over low heat. Cook, covered 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in sugar and cardamom and cook 20 minutes more.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the rose water. Serve topped with almonds.

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