Milk Rice / Doodh Chawal

Ingredients

• ½ cup rice
• 2 cups full-fat milk
• ½ cup water
• 2-3 tbsp sugar, adjust to taste
• 2-3 cardamom pods, crushed
• 1 tbsp chopped almonds
• 1 tbsp chopped cashews
• 1 tbsp raisins
• 1 tsp ghee
• A few strands of saffron (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the rice 2-3 times and soak for 15-20 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tsp ghee in a heavy-bottom pan and lightly roast the drained rice for 1-2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add ½ cup water and cook until the rice is about 70% done.

4. 4

   Add 2 cups milk and bring it to a gentle boil.

5. 5

   Cook on low-medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally so the milk doesn't stick.

6. 6

   Once the rice becomes soft and the milk thickens, add sugar and cardamom.

7. 7

   Add almonds, cashews, raisins and saffron.

8. 8

   Simmer for another 3-5 minutes.

9. 9

   Serve warm, or chill it for a thicker, dessert-like version.