By Garima Johar
August 4, 2026
Phirni is a traditional North Indian dessert prepared with ground rice, milk, sugar, and a generous amount of nuts. Here’s how to make a rich serving of phirni that’s perfect for indulging during the Sawan season.
1 litre of milk ¼ cup rice ½ cup sugar ½ teaspoon cardamom powder 10-12 saffron strands Chopped nuts for garnish
Rinse the rice and soak it in water. Drain and grind the rice into a coarse paste.
Bring the milk to a boil, reduce the heat, and keep stirring constantly.
Cook on low heat till the milk thickens. Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands.
Mix in some chopped nuts and transfer the phirni into bowls.
Garnish with some more dry fruits, refrigerate, and serve chilled.