Firni (saffron-infused Milk Pudding)
Firni is a traditional South Asian dessert made with saffron-infused milk and rice flour. It's a creamy and aromatic pudding that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. This recipe is easy to make and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, etc.)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, soak the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm milk for 10 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the remaining milk over medium heat.
- Once the milk comes to a boil, reduce the heat and stir in the rice flour, sugar, and cardamom powder.
- Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
- Stir in the saffron-infused milk and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the firni cool for a few minutes.
- Pour the firni into serving bowls and garnish with chopped nuts.
- Refrigerate the firni for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 5g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
Heavy-bottomed pan Small bowl Whisk Serving bowls
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the firni chilled for the best taste. It can be garnished with additional saffron threads and nuts before serving.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to stir the firni constantly while cooking to prevent lumps from forming.
Cost
$5