Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Desserts and Sweets
Rose and Pistachio Mahalabia (Style 4)
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 1/2 cup short-grain rice
- • 4 cups whole milk
- • 1/2 cup sugar
- • 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- • 2 tbsp pistachios, crushed
- • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Simmer the rice in a cup of water until the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.
2
Phase 2
Add the milk and simmer gently for 25 minutes, stirring often, until creamy.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the sugar and cook 5 more minutes until dissolved.
4
Phase 4
Remove from the heat and stir in the orange blossom water.
5
Phase 5
Pour into bowls, chill well, and serve dusted with cinnamon and pistachios.