Phirni
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Phirni is a majestic, smooth, and profoundly aromatic North Indian ground rice pudding celebrated for its velvety texture and earthy fragrance. This recipe features fine rice paste slow-cooked in sweetened full-cream milk, flavored with saffron and rose water. Known for its traditional presentation in clay pots (Shikoras), it represents the soulful heritage of Kashmiri and Mughlai desserts. Its taste is intensely creamy and mildly floral, with the rice providing a sophisticated professional-grade body. This dessert is a mandatory favorite for Eid and festive gatherings across the country. Best enjoyed ice-cold as a refreshing and traditional professional-grade treat.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Using traditional clay pots is the absolute secret to achieving the signature professional-grade earthy aroma.
- Ensure the rice is ground into a gritty paste, not a fine flour, to provide the essential professional-grade body.
- Constant stirring is mandatory; ground rice sinks and burns easily at high professional-grade temperatures.
- Chilling the Phirni completely is the professional key to achieving the perfect firm set and sophisticated flavor.
Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (150g))
190 kcal
5g
8g
26g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.