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Phirni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ A dish from India

Phirni, a dish from India
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Phirni or firni is a rice pudding dessert made with ground rice, rice flour or cornflour cooked in milk. It is eaten chilled and traditionally served in clay bowls called shikoras.

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๐Ÿฅ˜Main ingredientsground rice, milk, sugar, cardamom, nuts, saffron
๐Ÿ”ฅCooking methodrice slowly simmered in milk until thick
๐Ÿ‘…Flavour & stylesweet, creamy, fragrant with cardamom
๐Ÿ•’When itโ€™s eatenchilled dessert served in small clay bowls

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Phirni come from?
Phirni is a dish that originated in India.
What is Phirni?
Phirni or firni is a rice pudding dessert made with ground rice, rice flour or cornflour cooked in milk. It is eaten chilled and traditionally served in clay bowls called shikoras.