Red rice kheer/sigappu arisi payasam Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the red rice in water for 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.Pressure cook the soaked rice with water until it becomes soft.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, melt jaggery with water and strain to remove impurities.
• STEP 4.Add the cooked red rice to the jaggery syrup and mix well.
• STEP 5.Add coconut milk and cardamom powder to the kheer and cook for a few more minutes.
• STEP 6.Serve the red rice kheer hot or chilled, garnished with chopped nuts.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the red rice before cooking to ensure it becomes soft.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the kheer by adding more or less jaggery according to your taste.
• You can also add a pinch of nutmeg powder for additional flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Red rice kheer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Serve the kheer chilled or warm, as per your preference.
• Garnish with chopped nuts like cashews or almonds before serving.