Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Ground rice

3 cup

Whole milk

0.5 cup

Sweetened condensed milk

0.75 tsp

Freshly ground nutmeg

1 pinch

Saffron

soaked in hot milk

0.5 cup

Chopped almonds

chopped

0.5 cup

White chocolate buttons

1 tsp

Freshly ground cardamom

0.5 cup

Chopped pistachios

chopped

0.5 cup

Dark chocolate buttons

Step 1
~5 min

In separate saucepans, heat 1 cup milk on medium-low heat with rice and condensed milk.

Step 2
~5 min

Add saffron and cardamom to one pan, saffron and nutmeg to the other.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir constantly to prevent sticking, adding more milk if needed.

Step 4
~5 min

Continue stirring for about 10 minutes. Add pistachios to the cardamom-spiced pudding, almonds to the nutmeg-spiced pudding.

Key Technique: Stirring
Step 5
~5 min

Once the rice is cooked through, remove from heat.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir white chocolate buttons into the nutmeg-spiced pudding and dark chocolate buttons into the cardamom-spiced pudding, allowing them to melt completely.

Step 7
~5 min

Place baking parchment vertically in a round serving dish to create a yin yang shape.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour the white chocolate rice pudding on one side and the dark chocolate pudding on the other.

Step 9
~5 min

Fill more serving dishes as needed.

Step 10
~5 min

Cool thoroughly in the fridge.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove the parchment paper slowly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of condensed milk to your desired sweetness level.

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

Garnish with additional nuts or chocolate shavings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a dessert after an Indian meal.

Enjoy chilled on a warm day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mildly spiced curries
Naan bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Phirni is a traditional Indian dessert often served during festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Celebration
Party
Dessert
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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