Authentic Rice Kheer Recipe

Rice Kheer is a traditional Indian dessert that is indeed a perfect dish to celebrate a festival or prepare as dessert at home after a hearty dinner. It is a creamy and aromatic dish that is enjoyed by everyone, irrespective of age. Kheer is made almost in every home on Indian occasions like Diwali, Dussehra, RakshaBandhan, Navratri, etc.

One of the most favorite Indian desserts, Rice Kheer, can be made quickly and easily with just a few ingredients. The ingredients in the Rice Kheer Recipe include – basmati rice, milk, almonds, cashews, raisins, cardamom powder, sugar, and saffron strands.

Kheer has many varieties like Rice Kheer, Sewaiyaan Kheer, Phirni, etc. Rice kheer is the most popular variety of Kheer in India. In South India, Chawal ki kheer is known as Payasam. It is called Rice pudding.

Rice Kheer is a delicious and easy dessert that can be made quickly with minimal ingredients. It can be served both Hot as well as Chilled. I personally enjoy Kheer Chilled.

I always prefer using full-cream milk to make Rice Kheer as it makes the Kheer more rich and creamy, and I would highly recommend using full-cream milk.

If You have tried our Rice Kheer recipe, don’t forget to rate our recipe, and also, you can share your thoughts and tips in the comment section.

FAQ on Rice Kheer Recipe

If you are new to Indian cuisine, these Questions and Answers may be helpful.

Q1.Can we use Condensed Milk/Milkmaid to make Kheer?

Yes, we can use condensed milk, but then we have to cook the rice first in milk or water, and then add the condensed milk. Also, we have to decrease the quantity of sugar accordingly as condensed milk also contains some amount of sugar.

Q2. Can Rice Kheer be made with Coconut milk or Coconut Cream?

Yes, we can use Coconut Milk or Coconut Cream instead of milk.

Q3. How do you thicken rice kheer?

After making the Rice Kheer, we can leave it for another 10-15 minutes on low flame to make it thicker, and don’t forget to stir at intervals.

Q4. Are Rice Pudding and Rice Kheer or Chawal ki Kheer Same?

Yes, both Rice Kheer or Chawal ki Kheer and Rice Pudding are the same. Kheer is a very flavourful Indian dessert that has some variations like almonds, raisins, cashews, cardamom powder, and saffron which enhances the flavor of the Kheer.

Q5. Are Phirni and Rice Kheer Same?

Phirni and Rice Kheer are almost the same. The only difference between the Rice Kheer and the Phirni is that Kheer is made using Whole Basmati Rice and Phirni is made using the Ground Basmati Rice..

Q6. What are the ingredients of Rice Kheer?

Ingredients of the Rice Kheer includes Full-cream milk, basmati rice, sugar, almonds, raisins, cashews, cardamom powder, and saffron strands.

Q7. Can we use any other variety of rice instead of Basmati rice?

Though We prefer Basmati Rice for Rice kheer, we can use any variety of rice to make Rice Kheer. We even can use regular rice from our kitchen.

Q8. Can we use Jaggery in Rice Kheer?

Yes, we can use Jaggery in Rice Kheer. Once the Kheer is prepared, let it rest for 4-5 minutes so that it cools down a bit. Then add Jaggery.

Q9. Can we use Brown Sugar in Rice Kheer?

Yes, we can use Brown Sugar in Rice Kheer, but we have to follow the same process as that for Jaggery.

Q10. Can we make Rice Kheer Vegan?

Yes, we can make the Rice Kheer Vegan. The Vegan Kheer uses almond milk instead of regular full-cream milk. It tastes as good as with the regular Rice Kheer with full-cream milk.

Rice Kheer Recipe 

Ingredients – 

• 1/4th Cup of Short Grain or Basmati Rice (Chawal)
• 1 Litre Full Fat Milk (Full Cream Milk)
• 10-12 Almonds (Badam)
• 10-12 Cashews (Kaju)
• 10-12 Raisins (Kishmish)
• 1/2 tbsp cardamom Powder (Green or Choti Elaichi)
• 1/2 Cup Sugar (According to your taste)
• 1 Pinch Saffron Strands (Kesar)

Preparation – 

• Rinse a 1/4th cup of rice nicely until the water turns clear. Then Soak the Rice for 10 Minutes
• Slice the Cashews & Almonds and keep them aside.
• Take 1 tbsp Lukewarm Milk and Add Saffron strand to the milk and keep it aside.

Procedure – 

• Take a thick Bottom Pan or Non-Stick Pan. (Preferably a Non-stick pan).
• First, pour some water into the pan (2tbsp) and then add milk. (Adding some water first will prevent the milk from sticking) .
• Keep the flame medium to high and let the milk come to a boil.
• After the milk is boiled, simmer the flame.
• Now drain the soaked rice and add rice to the milk.
• Let rice be cooked at a low flame for about 20 minutes. Don’t cover the pan.
• Stir at intervals & make sure that the rice or the milk is not sticking to the pan.
• After about 20 minutes, check the rice. If it is half cooked, add sugar to it and continue to cook for another 15 minutes. Stir at intervals.
• After 15 minutes, add almonds, cashews, and Raisins.
• Continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes, until it is cooked and mixed correctly.
• After 10-15 minutes, the milk gets thickened, and we get a creamy texture.
• Now the Rice Kheer is prepared.
• At this time add cardamom powder. It gives flavor to your Kheer.
• You can serve the Kheer hot or chilled.

Tips – 

• We can add Rosewater or Kewra water once the Kheer is prepared or add some rose petals to give a nice look and flavor.
• You can also use condensed milk but then cook the rice first in milk or water or half-half of both. Then add the sweetened condensed milk with some milk.
• Don’t forget to reduce the amount of sugar if using condensed milk.
• You can use the soaked rice as well (soaked overnight).
• Using soaked rice will help in decreasing the cooking time.

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