Kheer (Rice Pudding)
Kheer is a sweet Indian rice pudding flavored with cardamon, pistachios, and dried fruit. This easy recipe makes 4 bowls of this rich and creamy dessert — it's the best rice pudding I've ever had!
Ingredients
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2 cups coconut milk
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2 cups milk
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3 tablespoons white sugar
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½ cup basmati rice
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¼ cup raisins
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½ teaspoon ground cardamom
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½ teaspoon rose water (Optional)
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¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
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¼ cup chopped pistachio nuts
Description
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Bring coconut milk, milk, and sugar to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until mixture thickens and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
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Stir in raisins, cardamom, and rose water; cook for a few more minutes. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with almonds and pistachios.
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