Phirni
🇮🇳 A dish from India
Phirni or firni is a rice pudding dessert made with ground rice, rice flour or cornflour cooked in milk. It is eaten chilled and traditionally served in clay bowls called shikoras.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | ground rice, milk, sugar, cardamom, nuts, saffron |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | rice slowly simmered in milk until thick |
| 👅Flavour & style | sweet, creamy, fragrant with cardamom |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | chilled dessert served in small clay bowls |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Phirni come from?
Phirni is a dish that originated in India.
What is Phirni?
Phirni or firni is a rice pudding dessert made with ground rice, rice flour or cornflour cooked in milk. It is eaten chilled and traditionally served in clay bowls called shikoras.