SWEET RICE (ZARDA)

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This is a traditional Pakistani sweet dish, which is must for every occasion. It is easy to make and consists of simple ingredients rather than rich and calorie rich ingredients. Try substituting ricotta for the cream and varying the dry fruit and nuts.

Provided by Shazia Ahmed

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Pakistani

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups uncooked white rice
ΒΌ teaspoon orange food color
10 pods whole cardamom
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups white sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a bowl with water to cover and soak one hour.
  • Bring a large pot of water to boil with food color and half the cardamom pods. Stir in the rice, reduce heat, cover and simmer until tender, 20 minutes.
  • In a large skillet over low heat, cook remaining cardamom pods in oil 2 minutes. Stir in cooked, drained rice, and sugar. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cream, raisins, walnuts, almonds and orange zest. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.5 calories, Carbohydrate 87.8 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 3.5 mg, Sugar 50.4 g

sinenhlanhla lethokuhle
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Overall, this sweet rice recipe is fantastic. It's easy to make, delicious to eat, and sure to impress your friends and family.


Jonatan Gonzalez
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This recipe is a winner! The sweet rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the addition of nuts and spices made it even more special.


Nakanwagi Priscilla
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I've made this sweet rice dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side.


amal ahmed
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This is the perfect dish to impress your dinner guests. It's elegant, delicious, and sure to leave a lasting impression.


margaret toussaint
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I was skeptical at first, but this sweet rice recipe won me over. It's a unique and flavorful dish that I'll definitely make again.


nasir hossain
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This dish exceeded my expectations. It was a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors.


Bahadur Lashari
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I've tried many sweet rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The balance of flavors is just perfect.


zahid bangash
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This recipe is a true gem. The sweet rice turned out perfectly cooked, and the addition of spices and nuts made it irresistible.


Xafin Jishan
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Loved the vibrant color and aroma of this dish. It was a feast for the senses!


Kristie manning
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This sweet rice recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Meleven
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What a delicious and festive rice dish! Perfect for any celebration.


Snerzy Valentine
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Followed the recipe exactly, and the zarda rice came out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.


Padrick Newton
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The addition of saffron and nuts elevated this dish to a whole new level. It was a hit at my dinner party!


ap23ap
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This was my first time making sweet rice, and it turned out amazing! The detailed instructions in the recipe made the process easy and enjoyable.


Kristy Ibarra
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The end result was a fluffy, flavorful rice dish that was perfect for a special occasion.


Mahi Jahan
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This sweet rice dish was a delightful treat! The combination of flavors and textures was simply divine.