Perfect Zarda Rice Recipe | Sweet & Fluffy Zarda | Eid Special Meetha khana,pulao

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar richness with a different flavor.

saffron strands

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric offers color with health benefits at a lower cost.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing moisture.

Soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes.

Drain the soaked rice and set aside.

Boil water in a large pot and add the soaked rice.

Cook the rice until tender, about 10-12 minutes, then drain.

In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat until melted.

Add cardamom pods and cinnamon stick to the ghee, sautéing for 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the sugar and milk, cooking until the sugar dissolves completely.

Add the cooked rice to the ghee mixture, gently folding to combine.

Add saffron strands, food coloring, and rose water, mixing well.

Cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

In a small pan, toast cashews and almonds until golden, then add to the rice.

Garnish with raisins and serve warm.

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