Rice Kheer -- Indian Rice Pudding

My recipe is a quick and easy version using condensed milk.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup basmati rice

2 tsp ghee 

1 can (450ml) condensed milk

4 cups full fat milk

1-2 tbsp sugar (depending on taste)

1 tsp cardamom powder

For garnish

Saffron strands

chopped almonds and pistachios

Method:

1. Soak rice in water for 30 minutes. Drain.

2. Heat ghee in a non stick saucepan. Once it melts, add rice and stir well till coated.

3. Add milk, and slowly bring to boil on low heat. Stir constantly as you don't want it to burn at the bottom or to over cook.

4. Once the milk has reduced to more than half, add the condensed milk, stir and add sugar. Check for sweetness, if you prefer it more sweet add more sugar. 

5. Sprinkle the cardamom powder. 

6. Cook until rice is very soft and consistency is thick and creamy.

7. Serve either warm or cold depending on taste. Garnish with saffron strands, pistachios and almonds.