Zafrani Kheer Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes. Drain the water.
• STEP 2.In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a boil.
• STEP 3.Add the soaked rice to the boiling milk and simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 4.After the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens, add sugar and saffron strands.
• STEP 5.Continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the kheer reaches the desired consistency.
• STEP 6.Remove from heat and let it cool. Garnish with chopped nuts.
• STEP 7.Serve the Zafrani Kheer chilled or warm.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the rice helps in cooking it faster and evenly.
• Stir the kheer occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
• Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
• For a richer flavor, you can add a few drops of rose water or cardamom powder.

Storage and Serving

• Zafrani Kheer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
• Before serving, you can warm it up slightly or serve it chilled, as per your preference.
• Garnish with additional nuts before serving for an extra crunch.