EASY ZARDA RICE RECIPE

Learn how to make one of Pakistan’s most famous desserts: Zarda Rice! It is a type of Pakistani/Indian sweet rice and sometimes called Meethe Chawal.

Top it with some homemade Khoya, to take it to the next level! It is an easy dish to enjoy as an everyday treat, but it can be fancied up to impress your guests on any occasion!

Water Basmati rice Yellow food coloring Ghee Cardamoms

Ingredients

Tomatoes
Veggies
Onion
Chili

Easy Zarda Rice Recipe

Time

45 Minutes

Yield

8 Servings

CUISINE

Pakistani/Indian

COURSE

Dessert

In a large pot, bring the water to boil and then add the rice. Mix in the yellow food color if using.

Instructions

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2

Cook until the rice is parboiled, about 3/4 cooked through. Immediately strain the rice and set aside.

3

Now in the same pot, add the ghee. Add the cardamom and clove, and let them roast for a minute or so, until fragrant.

4

Now add the sugar and water, and medium heat, gently stir until sugar has completely dissolved.

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