Paayesh

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Paayesh Recipe

Ingredients:

1/2 cup Basmati rice (or any short-grain rice)

4 cups whole milk

1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

4-5 green cardamom pods, crushed

A pinch of saffron strands (optional)

2 tablespoons chopped nuts (such as almonds, pistachios) for garnish

1 tablespoon raisins (optional)

1 teaspoon ghee (clarified butter)

Instructions:

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Then, soak https://wwp.antskre.com/redirect-zone/eb506548 the rice in water for about 30 minutes.

After soaking, drain the water from the rice.

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the drained rice and sauté for a couple of minutes until the rice becomes slightly translucent.

Pour in the milk and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Once the milk starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the rice cook in the milk, stirring occasionally. Allow it to simmer until the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens, which usually takes about 30-40 minutes.

Add the sugar, crushed cardamom pods, and saffron strands (if using). Stir well to combine, and https://wwp.antskre.com/redirect-zone/eb506548 continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture reaches the desired consistency. Keep in mind that the paayesh will thicken further upon cooling.

If using raisins, you can add them towards the end of the cooking https://wwp.antskre.com/redirect-zone/eb506548 process.

Once done, remove the pan from the heat and let the paayesh cool down for a bit.

Garnish with chopped nuts of your choice.

Serve the paayesh warm or chilled, depending on your preference.