Rice Kheer Recipe
Traditional creamy Pakistani rice pudding flavored with cardamom and nuts.
Ingredients for Rice Kheer
- 1 litre full-fat milk
- ¼ cup basmati rice
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 green cardamoms
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp sliced pistachios
- 1 tsp rose water, optional
How to Make Rice Kheer
- Wash and soak rice.
- Cook rice in milk.
- Add sugar.
- Cook until thick and creamy.
- Add cardamom and nuts.
Helpful Notes for Rice Kheer
Read the full method before starting, measure the ingredients, and complete any chopping, soaking or marinating first. This makes Rice Kheer easier to cook and helps every stage finish at the right time.
Measure the main ingredients before starting because small changes can affect texture. Use gentle heat when reducing milk or syrup, stir regularly to prevent sticking, and add nuts or fragrant spices near the end.
Cool the dessert as directed before covering it. Refrigerate milk-based sweets and serve them within a sensible time, bringing them to the preferred serving temperature just before eating.
Rice Kheer Cooking Tips
- Measure the main ingredients before starting because small changes can affect texture.
- Use gentle heat when reducing milk or syrup and stir regularly to prevent sticking.
- Add nuts and fragrant spices near the end so their flavour remains fresh.
Questions About Rice Kheer
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Reduce or increase the chilli to suit your household, while keeping the other spices in balance so the dish remains aromatic.
What should I do before I start cooking?
Read the full method once, measure the ingredients, and prepare any chopped items first. This makes the steps easier to follow and helps the dish cook evenly.