Kesari Phirni
by paam

Kesari phirni is a kesar or saffron colored and flavoured sweet dish recipe, traditional to kashmir. The saffrom=n is soaked in milk and then added to boiling milk,sugar and rice flour mix. Serve kesari phirni garnished with chopped nuts.

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Kesari Phirni recipe - How to make Kesari Phirni

2 1/2 cups skimmed milk powder
6 pistachios , blanched
1/2 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
6 tbsp rice flour (chawal ka atta)
a few strands of saffron (kesar) strands
4 tbsp sugar substitute

Method

Boil the milk in a deep pan and keep aside.
Add the rice flour in 1/2 cup of water and prepare a smooth paste.
Add this paste to the milk gradually and bring it to a boil.
Cook, while stirring continuously or till the mixture becomes thick.
Add the cardamom powder and saffron, mix well and cook till the mixture becomes thick.
Remove from the flame and add the sugar substitute.
Pour the mixture in 4 individual earthen bowls while its still warm.
Sprinkle nuts and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serve chilled.