Bora Saul Payas (assamese Black Rice Pudding)
Bora Saul Payas, also known as Assamese Black Rice Pudding, is a traditional dessert from the northeastern state of Assam in India. This creamy and aromatic pudding is made with black rice, milk, and jaggery, and is often flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup black rice
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup jaggery (or to taste)
- 4-5 green cardamom pods, crushed
- Assorted nuts for garnish (e.g., almonds, cashews)
Instructions
- Rinse the black rice under running water and soak it for 2-3 hours.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil.
- Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling milk. Simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens, about 30-40 minutes.
- Add the jaggery and crushed cardamom pods, and continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let the pudding cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with assorted nuts before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
Supplies
Heavy-bottomed pan Stirring spoon
Tools
Refrigerator
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bora Saul Payas chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the milk with coconut milk.
Cost
$5