Firni (Rice Pudding)

A sweet milk-based dietary preparation used as a dessert, usually served after meals, with high nutritious value.

Ingredients

Chawal (good quality rice) 2 table spoon; Qand Safed (sugar) 4 table spoon or as per taste; Sheer (milk) 1 L; Heel Khurd (green cardamom) 4-6 no.

Method of Preparation

Soak rice in water for 5 minutes, then drain and dry. Make a coarse powder of the rice. Grind cardamom seeds in a mortar. Boil milk in a deep pan on low flame. Mix rice powder in half cup milk and pour slowly into the boiling milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add cardamom powder and stir regularly for 30-40 minutes until thick and creamy. Add sugar and mix; within 3-4 minutes the sugar dissolves and consistency reduces slightly. Switch off flame, transfer to small clay bowls and cool. Garnish with silver foil, saffron, grated coconut or dry fruits. Serving: 1-2 small bowls.

Health Benefits

A nutritious dessert that helps strengthen bones and muscles, increases musculature and sperm count in males; refreshing and nutritious for children, during recovery from illness, and for aged people. Note: Diabetic and obese patients should avoid or use carefully.