Best 6 Rice Pudding With Pistachios Recipes

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Rice pudding with pistachios is a traditional dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a classic dish that is often served at special occasions, such as holidays and family gatherings. The combination of creamy rice, sweet pistachios, and warm spices creates a flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you are looking for a simple dessert to make for a weeknight meal or a special treat to impress your guests, rice pudding with pistachios is sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and memorable dessert that everyone will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INDIAN RICE PUDDING



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Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Categories     dessert

Time 52m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup basmati rice
6 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon rosewater, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons minced unsalted pistachios or almonds, plus extra for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, bring the rice, milk, and cardamom to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a heat-safe spoonula to help keep the milk from burning.
  • Reduce the heat so that the milk is gently simmering and cook for 45 to 50 minutes, stirring often. The rice should be tender and the milk will have reduced by half, giving a porridge-like consistency.
  • Add the sugar, rosewater or vanilla, and pistachios. Stir and turn off the heat. Serve either warm or chilled, garnished with extra pistachios. Goes well with fresh fruit too.

RICE PUDDING WITH PISTACHIOS, RAISINS AND SAFFRON



Rice Pudding with Pistachios, Raisins and Saffron image

Categories     Milk/Cream     Dairy     Nut     Rice     Dessert     Diwali     Raisin     Pistachio     Party     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts whole milk
3/4 cup jasmine rice
1 cup sugar
6 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
2 tablespoons ghee
1/2 cup shelled natural pistachios
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Simmer milk with rice, sugar, cardamom, and saffron in 7- to 8-quart heavy pot, stirring often, until reduced by half, 45 to 50 minutes. Discard cardamom.
  • Heat ghee in a heavy skillet over moderate heat until melted, then cook pistachios and raisins, stirring, until nuts are lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Stir half of pistachio mixture into payasam and sprinkle remainder on top.

ROSE WATER RICE PUDDING



Rose Water Rice Pudding image

Rose water rice pudding is a popular Middle Eastern treat. Pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios add a simple yet elegant touch to this floral Lebanese specialty. -Michael & Mathil Chebat, Layla's Lebanese Restaurant, Lake Ridge, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups water
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
4 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons rose water
Optional: Pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine water and rice; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Add cream and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, 30-40 minutes. Stir in rose water. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours. Stir in additional cream to reach desired consistency. If desired, top with pomegranate seeds and pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PISTACHIO RICE PUDDING



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Here's a recipe from the 2006 William-Sonoma cookbook, 'desserts' & is right up my alley, what with rice combined with these nuts! If serving the pudding cold, the preparation time does not include time needed to chill!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups milk (low-fat or whole)
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup short-grain rice
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon lemon zest, minced
2 tablespoons heavy cream (opional)
1/2 cup pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine milk, condensed milk & rice & bring to boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer & cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Add cardamom, vanilla & 2/3 of the apricots, & cook until rice is tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in zest & cream, if using it.
  • Garnish with pistachios & the remaining apricots, & serve warm or cold.
  • If serving cold, press parchment/baking paper directly onto surface of pudding to prevent a skin from forming, & chill at least 3-4 hours (or overnight if desired).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.5, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 49.7, Sodium 155.5, Carbohydrate 61.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 20.6, Protein 14.8

FRAGRANT RICE PUDDING WITH PISTACHIOS (KHEERNI)



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This traditional dessert is often pre[ared for Diwali, India's great Festival of Lights. Indians of all religions and sects join in 10 days of rejoicing and thanksgiving. For non-Indians, this dessert is a light, exotic twist from the usual rice pudding. Prep time does not include chilling time.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups milk
1/3 cup basmati rice (or any long-grain rice)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup blanched almond
1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
3 tablespoons coarsely ground raw unsalted pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Bring 6 cups milk to boil in heavy shallow 5-quart saucepan. Rinse rice with cold water until water runs clear. Drain. Stir rice into milk. Reduce heat and simmer until pudding thickens and rice is very tender, stirring frequently, about 1-1/4 hours.
  • Puree 1/4 cup milk and almonds in blender until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of blender. Add banana, sugar, cardamom and saffron and blend. Pour into pudding. Rinse blender with remaining 1/4 cup milk and add to pudding. Continue simmering until thickened to consistency of tapioca, about 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
  • Just before serving, spoon into goblets and sprinkle with pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.2, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 37, Sodium 132.8, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 12.5

CHILLED BANANA AND PISTACHIO RICE PUDDING



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Categories     Dairy     Fruit     Nut     Rice     Dessert     Banana     Pistachio     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup long-grain basmati rice (preferably sweet)*
1/2 cup shelled natural pistachios
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup sugar
3 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
2 bananas, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Garnish: about 1/4 cup shelled natural pistachios
Accompaniment: melon compote
*available at East Indian markets

Steps:

  • In a bowl soak rice in cold water to cover 30 minutes and drain in a sieve. Rinse rice under cold water and drain.
  • In a small saucepan blanch pistachios in boiling water 3 minutes and drain in a sieve. Rinse pistachios under cold water and pat dry. Rub off pistachio skins and chop pistachios coarse.
  • In a heavy 1-quart saucepan melt butter over low heat and cook cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar, stirring, 1 minute. Add rice, milk, and cream and simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Cool pudding and transfer to a serving dish. Stir in pistachios and bananas. Chill pudding, covered, at least until cold, about 4 hours, and up to 2 days.
  • Garnish pudding with pistachios and serve with compote.

Tips:

  • For a creamier rice pudding, use full-fat milk or cream.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the rice pudding to enhance the sweetness.
  • Use a variety of nuts and dried fruits for a more flavorful rice pudding.
  • Garnish the rice pudding with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
  • For a vegan rice pudding, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of cow's milk.
  • For a gluten-free rice pudding, use gluten-free rice.

Conclusion:

Rice pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients to suit your taste. With these tips, you can make a creamy, flavorful rice pudding that will be the perfect ending to any meal.

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