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Mango Phirni is a creamy, dreamy, mango-infused rice pudding that's pure dessert goals. The recipe of mango phirni begins with rinsing ¼ cup basmati rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
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Spread it out on a plate or towel to dry completely, then grind it into a grainy, semi-fine powder—aim for a texture similar to rava.
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Meanwhile, peel and chop a large mango (about 315 grams), blend it into a silky smooth puree, and set it aside.
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For garnishing, you can chop some pistachios and dried rose petals if you're feeling fancy.
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In a deep pan, heat 3 cups of whole milk on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Once the milk boils, add the ground rice while stirring constantly, because we don't want no lumps!
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Add 4 tablespoons of sugar and continue cooking on low heat.
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Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder, some of the chopped pistachios, and either dried rose petals or 1/2 teaspoon rose water for added aroma.
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If you're in the mood for indulgence, add a pinch of saffron.
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Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before proceeding—this is essential as adding mango puree to hot phirni can ruin its texture.
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Once cooled, fold in the mango puree and mix until the phirni becomes velvety and uniform in consistency.
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If the mixture feels too thick, loosen it with 2 to 3 tablespoons of warm milk.
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Spoon the prepared mango phirni into serving bowls, top with sliced pistachios or rose petals for a decorative touch, and refrigerate for 3–4 hours to set.
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Serve the mango phirni chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of creamy rice, fragrant spices, and juicy mango that's sure to impress.