Rabri
a sweet treat recipe
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Rabri or Rabdi is a rich, creamy Indian dessert made using milk and sugar.
A traditional recipe made by simmering milk to 1/3 its volume, is truly a labor of love.
Made primarily with just 2 ingredients- milk and sugar, and flavored with saffron and/or cardamom, Rabri is a delight for any festive occasion.
TIME (ACTIVE) | 1 H
TOTAL | 1 H
2-3 SERVINGS
- In a heavy bottomed pan, boil milk.
- Set aside 2-3 tbsp of hot milk, add saffron strands to it, to let the flavors seep in.
- Once the milk comes to a boil, simmer it, stir continuously until it thickens and reduces considerably.
- The expected consistency is achieved when the milk reduces to about 1/3 its volume.
- As the milk simmers, keep mixing the cream layer that forms. This gives the required thickness and a grainy texture.
- Once the milk has reduced well, add sugar or condensed milk for sweetness.
- Mix the saffron extract.
- Switch off the flame.
- Top it up with chopped nuts. Refrigerate and serve chilled.
Stays well for 2-3 days when refrigerated.
1. Use a heavy bottomed pan, else the milk will get burnt.
2. Keep stirring at regular intervals, mixing in the cream layer that forms.
3. Cardamom powder / rose petals can also be added for additional flavor.
super negin grade
threads
Super negin grade saffron from Iran features deep red strands and a complex flavor, perfect for dishes like paella, bouillabaisse, and risotto Milanese.
.035 oz - JAR$13
.035 oz - REFILL$12
.176 oz - REFILL$55
seeds
ground
A strong spice with equal parts menthol, floral, and sweet flavor.
2 oz - JAR$11
2 oz - REFILL$10
8 oz - REFILL$29
whole petals
Dried rose petals add a rich floral flavor, much like the scent of fresh roses.
0.07 oz - PORTION$0.50
0.2 oz - JAR$3
0.2 oz - REFILL$2
1.2 oz - REFILL$6
