Gulf

Gulf-Style Rice Pudding with Cardamom and Saffron

A creamy Gulf-style rice pudding dessert rich with the flavors of cardamom, rose water, and saffron.

40 min 4 servings 295 cal/serving Easy 6 views
Gulf-Style Rice Pudding with Cardamom and Saffron

Instructions

  1. Boiling the Rice
    In a pot over medium heat, combine the rice and water, and let it simmer gently until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the water. · 10 min
  2. Adding Milk and Sugar
    Add the milk and sugar to the rice, stir well, and let the mixture simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally. · 10 min
  3. Thickening the Mixture
    Gradually pour in the dissolved cornstarch while stirring rapidly until the mixture thickens and reaches the desired creamy consistency. · 5 min
  4. Adding the Flavorings
    Add the ground cardamom and the saffron-infused rose water, stir for one minute until the flavors meld, then remove the pot from the heat. · 1 min
  5. Serving
    Pour the rice pudding into serving dishes, let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate and garnish with crushed pistachios before serving.

Nutrition / serving

295
cal
7.2
protein g
52
carbs g
6.5
fat g

Chef's tips

Avoid washing the rice excessively to retain its natural starch, and make sure to stir continuously over low heat to prevent the milk from burning at the bottom.