Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the milk

   Turn on the gas to a low flame. Pour 2 liters of full-fat milk into a large pot and bring it to a boil. Let it boil properly.

2. 2.Prepare the rice paste

   Soak 1 cup of rice in normal room temperature water for 4-5 hours. After soaking, the rice grains should break easily when pressed. Grind the soaked rice in a mixer to form a slightly coarse paste. The consistency should be as shown in the video, not too fine.

3. 3.Add flavorings to milk

   Once the milk has boiled, add 1 tablespoon of cardamom powder and 1/2 teaspoon of saffron. Mix well with a spatula, ensuring all flavors are incorporated into the milk. Keep stirring to prevent anything from sticking to the sides.

4. 4.Incorporate rice paste

   Add a little water to the ground rice paste to make it pourable. While continuously stirring the boiling milk with one hand, slowly pour the rice mixture into the milk with the other hand. It is crucial to stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming, which can ruin the kheer's texture.

5. 5.Cook the rice

   Continue cooking and stirring the mixture on low flame. After 5 to 10 minutes, check if the rice is cooked. If it's still hard, cook for another 5 minutes while stirring.

6. 6.Add sweeteners and dry fruits

   Once the rice is cooked, add 1 cup of sugar to the kheer and mix well until dissolved. Then, add 1/2 cup of milk powder, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps. Finally, add roughly chopped dry fruits (almonds and pistachios) into the kheer and mix.

7. 7.Serve and garnish

   Serve the rice pudding in a bowl. Garnish with additional finely chopped dry fruits and a few strands of saffron. You can enjoy it warm or refrigerate it for a few hours and serve it cool.