Quick and easy Afghan Firni/ Ferni/ Phirni - Famous Afghan Pudding Recipe | Dessert recipes

rice flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour adds a nutty flavor while cornstarch thickens at a lower cost.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often cheaper and adds depth.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, and sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

Combine rice flour and milk in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add sugar and cardamom, stirring until dissolved.

Remove from heat and mix in rose water.

Pour the mixture into serving bowls or a large dish.

Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.

Chill for at least 2 hours until set.

Garnish with chopped pistachios, almonds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.

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