Meethe Chawal ( Punjabi Khana)
by Tarla Dalal
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Desserts made with rice are popular in punjab and this particularly unusual version of rice is a specialty prepared for important occasions. Considered a good omen, that incorporates both rice and something sweet this dish is often served at weddings and is a also found at most ‘gurudwaras’. Delicious saffron and cardamom flavoured sweet rice is the ideal end to a typical punjabi meal. Garnish it with some almonds and pistachios before serving.
Method- Dry roast the saffron strands in a small pan for 10 seconds. Add the milk and keep aside.
- Clean, wash and soak the rice for 10 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
- Put 2½ cups of water to boil.
- Heat the ghee in a pressure cooker, add the cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms and rice and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the saffron mixture, sugar and hot water and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
- Separate each grain of rice lightly with a fork.
- Serve hot garnished with the mixed nuts.
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Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 475 cal |
| Protein | 5.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 89.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g |
| Fat | 10.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 64.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Folic Acid | 4.5 mcg |
| Calcium | 27.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0.7 mg |
| Potassium | 3.4 mg |
| Zinc | 0.9 mg |
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