This dessert is fantastic served with ripe summer berries. To further refine it, try mixing the fruit with a little rosewater and sugar.
Recipe information
Total Time
3 hours
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
1 In a large saucepan, combine 3 1/2 cups of the milk with the rice, cardamom (if using), salt, vanilla, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
Step 2
2 Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the milk has begun to thicken, about 40 minutes.
Step 3
3 In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, and the remaining milk.
Step 4
4 Slowly stir the mixture into the rice. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the texture turns creamy, about 1 minute.
Step 5
5 Remove the pudding from heat and pour it into 4 serving dishes. Chill them in the fridge, covered, for at least 2 hours before serving.
