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Phirni Kesar Di
Ingredients
a few Teentaj saffron (kesar) strands
1 ltr milk (full cream)
4 tbsp long grained (basmati) rice
6 tbsp sugar
For The Garnish
a few chopped almonds (badam)
A few saffrons (Kesar) strands
Method
1. Soak the rice in water for about 1 hour.
2. Dry roast the saffron strands in a small pan for 10 seconds.
3. Add 1 tbsp of milk and keep aside.
4. Drain, wash and drain again. Pat dry on an absorbent kitchen towel and blend in a mixer to a coarse
powder.
5. Add ½ cup of cold milk and mix well to make a paste. Keep aside.
6. Boil the rest of the milk and gently stir in the rice paste.
7. Cook for about 15 minutes on a slow flame, while stirring continuously.
8. Add the sugar and saffron mixture and simmer for a few minutes.
9. Pour into earthenware containers and keep aside to cool.
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
11. Serve chilled garnished with almonds and saffron strands.
