How to Make Rice Pudding with Saffron and Cardamom - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rice pudding is a classic dessert that is enjoyed in many cultures around the world. It is a comforting and versatile dish that can be served warm or cold, and is often flavored with spices, fruits, or nuts. In this recipe, we will be infusing the rice pudding with the warm and exotic flavors of saffron and cardamom, giving it a unique and fragrant twist.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup rice flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons rose water
  • ½ teaspoon saffron
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 18 shelled pistachio nuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine water, rice flour, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix milk, rose water. saffron, and cardamom together in a bowl; add to rice mixture. Bring to a boil and stir until there are no clumps, about 5 minutes.
  • Carefully ladle hot mixture into 6 cups; garnish each with 3 pistachios. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    214 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 45mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 168mg