Rice and Milk Nectar
4 servings
60 minutes
Nectar made from rice and milk is an exquisite dish of Indian cuisine that combines the tenderness of milk, the sweetness of carrots, and the aroma of spices. This delicacy comes from ancient traditions when dairy and grain desserts were prepared as a sign of hospitality and celebration. Its taste is soft and creamy with subtle notes of cardamom and saffron creating a warm spicy harmony. Ideal as a morning drink or light dessert after a meal, it is served warm or chilled, garnished with crunchy almonds for added texture. Saffron is believed to add nobility to the flavor and benefits to the body while rice makes the dish nutritious and filling. The nectar brings comfort and joy, transforming ordinary ingredients into true culinary art.
1
Grate the carrot finely.
- Carrot: 200 g
2
Bring 1 liter of milk to a boil, add rice to it.
- Milk: 2 l
- Rice: 150 g
3
After 15-20 minutes, add half a liter of milk and grated carrot.
- Milk: 2 l
- Carrot: 200 g
4
Cook for 15 minutes while stirring, then add another half liter of milk.
- Milk: 2 l
5
After 15 minutes of boiling, add another half liter of milk, sugar, cardamom, and saffron.
- Milk: 2 l
- Sugar: 300 g
- Ground cardamom: 1 teaspoon
- Saffron: 1 teaspoon
6
When the sugar is completely dissolved, remove from heat.
7
Serve warm or cold, optionally sprinkled with roasted almonds.
- Almond: 100 g