SLC30-W6|Dessert Recipe : Jorda Rice Dessert Recipe

elsa-queen (67)in Steem For Lifestyle • 17 hours ago

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*🌟اَلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اَللَّهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ🌟*

Hey besties. @elsa-queen is here again. I hope you are all enjoying and exploring your hidden talents. These challenges always push me to try something new. I like to grow beyond my comfort zone.

I am super happy to participate in the Cooking Challenge hosted by @selina1 sister. For this I made a yummy zarda. It is such a fun and satisfying experience. A sincere thanks to ma’am for arranging inspiring challenges. That spark creativity and passion for cooking.

So lets start making the amazing zarda recipe.

*✅ 1. Make the recipe mentioned above and describe the detailed method with pictures.*

Ingredients
Rice One Kg
Food Color One Spoon
Sugar One Cup Or As Taste
Cashew As Need
Almonds As Need
Raisins As Need
Cloves Four Pieces
Star Anise Two Pieces
Green and Black Cardomam As Need
Milk One Cup
Curd Half Cup

Step 1!

First I poured water into a pan. I placed it on the fire. Then I added cloves, black cardamom, green cardamom and Star anise, and left it to boil. My zarda is going to be very delicious.

Step 2!

When the water started boiling again. I added yellow food coloring. Since zarda is usually yellow. After adding it I let it cook properly. The water changed color and continued to boil nicely.

Step 3!

When the water started boiling well. I add the rice. I had already washed and soaked the rice for about half an hour. When the water was ready. I added the rice. I mixed it well. I let it cook in the water. So it could absorb a nice color.

Step 4!

Then I checked the rice. When it was almost cooked (still slightly firm). I drained the water and transferred it to a tray. This way all the excess water was removed. You can see the rice turned out with a very lovely color.

Step 5!

Then I added one cup of sugar to the pan. After that I added milk and curd as well. I mixed everything properly. I started cooking it. Now we were making the sugar liquid for the rice.

Step 6!

Then when everything was well mixed and cooked. I added ghee. I added all the ingredients according to my preference. You can adjust them as you like for your dish. After adding the ghee. I mixed it well and cooked it for about one to two minutes.

Step 7!

Then I added the rice and mixed it well. After that I left it to cook for about one to three minutes. So that the moisture could dry out.

Step 8!

By this time. I had already soaked the almonds. So I peeled them and cut them in half. Similarly I washed the raisins properly. This way I prepared the dry fruits for the rice almonds, raisins and cashews.

Step 9!

Then I added these dry fruits on top of the rice. After that I covered the rice to let it steam (dum). I cooked it on low heat for about twenty minutes.

Step 10!

After 20 minutes. The rice was perfectly cooked. This is full of wonderful aroma. This is absolutely delicious.

Of course I made this dish before. I really enjoy making it. Because it is simple and very tasty. It is one of my husband's favorite dish. That's why I often made it. I like how the rice turns out yellow and sweet with all the flavors of the spices and dry fruits. Preparing it step by step is fun and relaxing for me. I especially enjoy adding the almonds, cashews, and raisins. Because they make the dish look and taste even better. Every time I make it. It smells amazing and everyone at home enjoys it. I always feel happy when I cook this recipe. Because it is really delicious.

*✅ 2. Have you tried this dish before and how did you like the recipe you created?*

In my opinion this dish is made during festivals or special events. It is also prepared at home in everyday routine. Anyone can make it whenever they feel like enjoying it. Whether it is a special occasion or just a regular day. The preparing of this dish at home creates a warm and special atmosphere. At our place in Lahore. Making it this way is common. Everyone enjoys its sweet taste and wonderful aroma. It always makes the home feel happy and festive even on normal days.

*✅ 3. Is this recipe served at festivals or events in your region?*

So friends this is my participation in this contest. I hope you appreciate my recipe. I am eager to read your thoughtful comments.

I am tagging my friends so they can also enjoy participating in this contest @sualeha , @safdarali and, @m-princess , @jyoti-thelight , @sduttaskitchen .

I just want to say THANKS to this beautiful moment that gave me peace and inspiration to write. Small things touch to my heart deeply. It remind me how is beautiful life when we really stop and feel it.

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