4 Traditional Pakistani Dessert Recipes For Eid, Sheer Khurma, Firni, Gulab Jamun, Suji Ka Halwa

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs provide similar sweetness and texture.

Start by taking 1 liter of full-fat milk, which is 4 cups, and set aside 1 cup in a separate container.

In a bowl, mix 4 tablespoons of rice flour and 3 tablespoons of dry milk (optional).

In a pan, add 1/2 cup sugar and caramelize it until brown.

Once caramelized, add 3 cups of cold milk and bring it to a boil while stirring.

After boiling, cook on low heat for 4-5 minutes while stirring occasionally.

Add the rice flour mixture to the boiling milk and stir well.

Check the sweetness and adjust if necessary.

Add 4-5 drops of kewra essence and mix well.

Serve immediately in a clay pot or any serving dish.

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