Kheer (Saffron Rice Pudding) / Payasam

Kheer (Saffron Rice Pudding)

Country of Origin : India

Dietary Classification : Vegetarian

Preparation Time:

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 30 minutes
• Total: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup basmati rice
• 4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios)
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder

Instructions:

1. Rinse and soak the rice. Drain.
2. Heat milk, add rice, and cook until tender.
3. Add saffron infusion, sugar, cardamom, nuts, and raisins.
4. Serve warm or chilled.