How to make Guyanese Sweet Rice/Kheer/Rice pudding/Diwali recipe.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing a creamy texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

Wash 1/2 cup of white rice.

Combine rice, 3 cups of water, 1 stick of cinnamon, and 2 cloves in a pot; bring to a boil.

Cook for about 20 minutes until rice has softened.

Add 1 cup of whole milk, 1 can of carnation milk, and 2 cardamom pods to the pot.

Stir constantly to prevent sticking, cooking for about 20 minutes until thickened.

Remove cloves and cinnamon sticks after cooking.

Add 1 can of condensed milk and chopped cherries; stir well.

Cook for an additional 15 minutes, stirring continuously until desired consistency is reached.

Garnish with chopped pistachio before serving.

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