Kheer
Indian Indian - South Indian Classics

Kheer

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 1/2 cup rose matta rice
  • • 5 cups full-fat milk
  • • 3/4 cup sugar
  • • 1 tbsp ghee
  • • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • • 6 cashews

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat ghee and fry the cashews until golden; remove and reserve.

2
Phase 2

Sauté the rice in the same ghee for a minute.

3
Phase 3

Add the milk, bring to a boil, and simmer on low for 45 minutes, stirring often, until the rice is soft and the milk turns pale pink.

4
Phase 4

Add the sugar and cardamom and simmer for 10 more minutes until slightly thickened.

5
Phase 5

Top with the fried cashews and serve warm or at room temperature.