Creamy Rice Pudding (Kheer)
Recipe Summary
- This video demonstrates how to prepare a rich and creamy Indian rice pudding, known as Kheer. Made with rice, milk, sugar, and crumbled paneer, it's a delightful dessert garnished with almonds and pistachios, perfect for any occasion.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Rice 1/2 cup (soaked)
- Milk 2 liters (full cream)
- Sugar 1/2 cup
- Crumbled Paneer (or Mawa/Khoya) 1/2 cup
- Sliced Almonds 1 tbsp
- Sliced Pistachios 1 tbsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Blender
- Bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Milk?
- Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
No Paneer?
- Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
- Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Rice Paste
Add 1/2 cup of soaked rice to a blender. Blend it into a coarse paste. Set aside.
Step 2: Boil Milk
Pour 2 liters of full cream milk into a heavy-bottomed pot. Bring the milk to a boil over medium heat.
Step 3: Add Rice Paste to Milk
Once the milk is boiling, carefully add the blended rice paste to the pot.
Step 4: Cook and Thicken Kheer
Stir the milk and rice mixture continuously on medium-low heat for approximately , or until the rice is fully cooked and the Kheer thickens to a creamy consistency.
Step 5: Add Sugar
Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the thickened Kheer and stir until it completely dissolves. Continue cooking for another , stirring occasionally.
Step 6: Incorporate Paneer
Add 1/2 cup of crumbled paneer (or mawa/khoya) to the Kheer and mix well. Cook for an additional , ensuring it's fully incorporated.
Step 7: Initial Garnish
Garnish the Kheer with a portion of the sliced almonds and pistachios, then stir gently to combine.
Step 8: Serve Kheer
Pour the prepared Kheer into a serving bowl. Add a final garnish of the remaining sliced almonds and pistachios. Serve warm or chilled.
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