The holy month of Ramadan is here and it is time to celebrate with some delicious food. While there are many options available for traditional Ramadan recipes, one of the most popular choices for a delicious dessert is Mango Phirni. This creamy, sweet and flavorful dessert is a highlight of the Ramadan festivities.
Mango Phirni is a traditional Indian dessert that is made with rice, milk, mango puree and nuts. The dish is very easy to make and requires minimal ingredients. The creamy texture and mango flavour make it an ideal dessert for any festive occasion.
To make Mango Phirni, you will need the following ingredients:
- -1 cup of Basmati rice
- -2-3 cups of milk
- -1 cup of mango puree
- -1/2 cup of sugar
- -1/4 cup of roasted and chopped almonds
- -1/4 cup of roasted and chopped cashew nuts
- -1/4 cup of raisins
- -1 teaspoon of cardamom powder
Instructions:
1. Wash and soak the Basmati rice in cold water for 30 minutes.
2. In a heavy-bottomed pan, add the drained rice and 2 cups of milk. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
3. Once the rice is cooked, add the mango puree and sugar and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the almonds, cashew nuts and raisins and cook for another 3 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and add the cardamom powder.
6. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool down for 10 minutes.
7. Once cooled, add the remaining milk and mix well.
8. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate it for 3-4 hours or overnight.
9. Serve the Mango Phirni chilled, garnished with almonds, cashew nuts and raisins.
Mango Phirni is a delicious dessert that makes a great addition to any festive occasion. It is creamy, sweet and flavorful and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, celebrate this Ramadan with the creamy and flavorful Mango Phirni and make your festivities even more special. Enjoy!
