Description
Cardamom Orange Rice Pudding is a delightful fusion of warm cardamom and refreshing orange zest, creating a creamy dessert that is both comforting and elegant. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you are hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, even novice cooks can impress their family and friends with this indulgent treat. Serve it warm or chilled, and elevate the experience by garnishing with fresh fruit, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of honey. This luxurious rice pudding will surely become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice (like Arborio)
- 4 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cardamom pods, crushed
- Zest from 1 orange
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and crushed cardamom. Stir gently.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for about 30 minutes until rice is tender and creamy.
- Remove from heat; stir in freshly grated orange zest and discard cardamom pods.
- Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg