Kewra Kheer-Aromatic Rice Pudding with Screwpine Water & Foxnuts

Kewra Kheer is a popular Indian dessert that is often served during festivals and special occasions. The aroma of screwpine water (kewra) adds a unique and refreshing flavor to the creamy rice pudding.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Kewra Kheer-Aromatic Rice Pudding with Screwpine Water & Foxnuts

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 4 cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Screwpine water (Kewra)
• 2 tablespoon Foxnuts
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 1 pinch Saffron strands
• 2 tablespoon Almonds
• 2 tablespoon Pistachios
• 1 tablespoon Rose petals

Instructions

1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain the water.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a boil.
3. Add the soaked and drained rice to the boiling milk. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens.
4. Add sugar, cardamom powder, saffron strands, and foxnuts. Mix well and simmer for another 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
6. Stir in the screwpine water (kewra) and mix well.
7. Transfer the kheer to serving bowls and garnish with sliced almonds, chopped pistachios, and dried rose petals.
8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.