Sheer Berenj (Persian Rose and Cardamom Rice Pudding)
Creamy, softly set rice pudding scented with cardamom and rose water. A comforting, gently floral pudding.
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.44 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the rice and water in a heavy pan, bring to the boil, then simmer on a low heat for 20 minutes, stirring now and then, until the rice is very soft and the water has mostly gone.
20 min - 2
Pour in the milk and stir in the sugar and cardamom. Simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring often so it does not catch, until thick and creamy.
20 min - 3
Stir in the saffron water and rose water and cook for 5 minutes more. The pudding thickens as it cools, so stop while it is still a little looser than you want.
5 min - 4
Spoon into bowls or one shallow dish. Cool for 20 minutes, then dust with cinnamon. Serve warm or chilled.
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