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Diet Phirni
Diet Phirni is a healthy North Indian dessert made with rice, milk, and flavored with cardamom. It's a light and nutritious option for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026
Instructions
Instructions
- Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the low-fat milk to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the soaked rice to the boiling milk and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is soft and the mixture thickens (about 10-15 minutes).
- Stir in the sugar and cardamom powder, and cook for another 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove from heat and add the rose water. Mix well.
- Transfer the phirni to serving bowls and let it cool. Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.
Tips
- For a creamier texture, you can blend the cooked rice and milk mixture before serving.
- Chill the phirni in the refrigerator for a refreshing dessert.