Sylheti Rice Pudding
Sylheti rice pudding also known as kir shinni in the Sylhet region, is a delectable rice-based dessert that holds a special place in Sylheti cuisine. Recipe source: “Sylheti Rice Pudding”, Wikibooks Cookbook contributors, en.wikibooks.org, CC BY-SA 4.0 (adapted). Photo: AbuSayeed, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Total time
- 90 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 303
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Wash the rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, bring the milk (if using) to a boil.
Step 3
Add the soaked rice and simmer over low heat, stirring constantly, until the rice is cooked and the mixture thickens. This may take about 1 hour.
Step 4
Add sugar and cardamom powder, and continue to cook for another 10–15 minutes until the sugar is fully dissolved and the pudding thickens further.
Step 5
Stir in the grated coconut and raisins.
Step 6
Remove from heat.
Step 7
Grease a serving dish with ghee and transfer the rice pudding to the dish.
Step 8
Allow it to cool and set.
Step 9
Serve chilled and enjoy.
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