Tamarind Jaggery Rice Pudding

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the flattened rice (chira) thoroughly under cold water and drain well.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, bring the low-fat milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the rinsed flattened rice to the milk and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice softens and absorbs some of the milk.

4. 4

   Add the ripe tamarind pulp and mix well, allowing it to dissolve and blend with the rice and milk mixture.

5. 5

   Stir in the jaggery (gur) and continue to cook on low heat, stirring constantly, until the jaggery melts completely and the pudding thickens (about 5 minutes).

6. 6

   Sprinkle in the cardamom powder and mix thoroughly.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and let the pudding cool slightly. Serve warm or chilled as desired.